How too much dietary phosphate affects exercise and body fat
Impact of Dietary Phosphate Excess on Exercise Capacity and Visceral Adiposity
This study is looking at how eating too much phosphate from processed foods affects how well adults can exercise and manage body fat, so if you're curious about how your diet might impact your fitness and metabolism, this research could be for you!
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ut Southwestern Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Dallas, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11055353 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effects of excessive dietary phosphate, commonly found in processed foods, on exercise capacity and body fat in adults. It aims to understand how high phosphate intake impacts metabolic functions, particularly in relation to physical activity and fat metabolism. The study will involve measuring physical activity levels and metabolic markers in participants, using advanced imaging techniques and activity monitors to gather data. By comparing these findings with existing animal studies, the research seeks to clarify the health implications of phosphate consumption in the general population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old who consume processed foods high in phosphate.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic kidney disease may not benefit from this research as their dietary phosphate management differs significantly.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved dietary guidelines and interventions that enhance exercise capacity and reduce body fat in individuals consuming high levels of dietary phosphate.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown associations between dietary phosphate intake and metabolic health, but this research aims to explore these effects in a broader, untested population.
Where this research is happening
Dallas, United States
- Ut Southwestern Medical Center — Dallas, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Vongpatanasin, Wanpen — Ut Southwestern Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Vongpatanasin, Wanpen
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.