Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 55

Effects of eating fresh watermelon on hunger and heart health

Official title: Effects of Fresh Watermelon Consumption on Satiety and Cardiometabolic Health

Run by San Diego State University · NCT03380221 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests if eating fresh watermelon can help adults feel fuller and improve their heart health.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 55 Years
SexAll
Enrollment40 (estimated)
SponsorSan Diego State University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (San Diego, California)
StatusRecruiting
StartedSeptember 15, 2017
Main results expectedDecember 15, 2028
Study endsDecember 30, 2028
Registry record updatedJanuary 21, 2026
Trial IDNCT03380221 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-55 with a BMI between 25 and 40.

Probably not a fit

Patients who smoke, are pregnant, or have metabolic disorders requiring medication may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study aims to investigate how consuming fresh watermelon affects feelings of fullness, metabolic health, and weight management in adults. Participants will consume watermelon and low-fat cookies to assess changes in satiety and various metabolic parameters. The study will involve measuring participants' responses to these foods over a specified period to gather data on their health outcomes.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into dietary strategies for improving satiety and cardiometabolic health.

How similar studies have gone: While there is limited research specifically on watermelon, similar studies on fruit consumption and satiety have shown promising results.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* 18-55 years old
* BMI 25-40

Exclusion Criteria:

* Smoker
* Pregnant woman
* Required dietary supplement use
* Required medication of metabolic disorders
* Allergy to watermelon or gluten

Where it's running

  • Exercise and Nutritional Sciences, SDSU
    San Diego, California, United States
    Recruiting

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How to take part

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