Effects of watermelon and low-fat cookies on health and wellness
Effects of Watermelon or Low-fat Cookie Consumption on Wellness
This study is testing whether eating fresh watermelon can improve health and wellness, especially for skin, gut, and sexual health, compared to eating low-fat cookies in healthy adults.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 80 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | San Diego State University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (San Diego, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT06323070 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research aims to evaluate how consuming fresh watermelon impacts various physiological indicators of wellness, particularly focusing on sexual, skin, and gut health in adults. Participants will be assigned to consume either watermelon or low-fat cookies to assess the differences in health outcomes. The study will include generally healthy adults with a BMI between 20 and 40 kg/m2, while excluding those with certain health conditions or dietary restrictions. The findings could provide insights into dietary choices that promote overall wellness.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are generally healthy adults with a BMI between 20 and 40 kg/m2.
Not a fit: Patients who smoke, are pregnant, or have specific health conditions or allergies may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could offer new dietary recommendations for improving wellness related to sexual, skin, and gut health.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited information on similar studies, the approach of using dietary interventions for health benefits has shown promise in various contexts.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Generally healthy subjects * BMI 20-40 kg/m2 Exclusion Criteria: * Smoker * Pregnant woman * Required antibiotics use * Required dietary supplement use * Required medication of metabolic disorders, mental health and sexual health * Allergy to watermelon or wheat
Where this trial is running
San Diego, California
- School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences — San Diego, California, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Mee Young Hong, PhD — San Diego State University
- Study coordinator: Mee Young Hong, PhD
- Email: mhong2@sdsu.edu
- Phone: 619-594-2392
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.