Identifying carbohydrate markers to track food consumption
Annotating carbohydrate structures to develop markers for consumption of food
This study is looking at the different types of carbohydrates in foods we eat to find markers that can show what we've consumed, helping us understand how our diet affects our health and gut bacteria.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10798307 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to create a comprehensive library of carbohydrate structures found in commonly consumed foods to identify unique biomarkers for dietary intake. By analyzing the specific carbohydrate compositions of various foods, the study seeks to understand how these structures can indicate what individuals have eaten. The approach involves constructing a glycomic library and evaluating the relationship between carbohydrate structures and gut microbes. This could enhance our understanding of nutrition and its impact on health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals interested in understanding the impact of their diet on health, particularly those with conditions related to carbohydrate metabolism.
Not a fit: Patients who do not consume a typical diet or have specific dietary restrictions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide valuable insights into dietary habits and improve nutritional recommendations for better health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise in identifying dietary biomarkers through carbohydrate analysis, suggesting that this approach could yield significant findings.
Where this research is happening
Davis, United States
- University of California at Davis — Davis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lebrilla, Carlito B — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Lebrilla, Carlito B
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.