Comparing the effects of brown rice and white rice on inflammation in sedentary office workers

The Effects of Brown Rice Consumption Compared to White Rice on Postprandial Changes in Interleukin-6 and Malondialdehyde Levels in Sedentary Workers

NA · Indonesia University · NCT06780618

This study is testing whether eating brown rice instead of white rice can lower inflammation in people who sit at desks all day.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment30 (estimated)
Ages21 Years to 59 Years
SexAll
SponsorIndonesia University (other)
Locations1 site (Jakarta, Jakarta Special Capital Region)
Trial IDNCT06780618 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial investigates how consuming brown rice versus white rice affects levels of oxidative stress and inflammation, specifically measuring interleukin-6 (IL-6) and malondialdehyde (MDA) in sedentary employees. Participants will undergo interviews to gather personal and medical history, dietary patterns, and physical activity levels. They will consume a meal containing either brown or white rice, and blood samples will be collected before and after the meal to assess changes in inflammatory markers. The study aims to provide insights into dietary impacts on health for individuals with low physical activity.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are healthy administrative employees aged 21-59 with a normal body mass index and low physical activity levels.

Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant, have a history of certain diseases, or follow a vegan diet may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help identify dietary choices that reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in sedentary individuals.

How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research into dietary impacts on inflammation, this specific comparison of brown rice and white rice in sedentary workers is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* healthy administrative employees,
* age 21-59 years,
* normal body mass index (18.5-22.9 kg/m2),
* low physical activity (≤600 METs minutes/week),
* assign for informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* being pregnant/breastfed/menopause,
* consumption of herbal medicines and/or supplements within 24 hours before data collection,
* having history of DM, CVD, cancer, and autoimmune disease,
* being vegan,
* smoking/alcohol drinking,
* allergic to research food's ingredients

Where this trial is running

Jakarta, Jakarta Special Capital Region

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Sedentary Employees, Postprandial Oxidation and inflammation, brown rice, white rice, interleukin-6, malondialdehyde, sedentary, inflammation

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.