Effects of when you eat pasta on health
Impact of Pasta Consumption Timing on Multiple Health Outcomes
This study is testing whether eating pasta for lunch or dinner affects health differently for normal-weight adults aged 18 to 65.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 70 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Careggi Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Florence) |
| Trial ID | NCT06185634 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the impact of pasta consumption timing on health, specifically comparing the effects of eating pasta at lunch versus dinner. It is based on the principles of chrono-nutrition, which suggest that carbohydrate intake may influence metabolic health differently depending on the time of day. Participants will be normal-weight adults aged 18 to 65, who will be monitored for changes in sleep quality and cardio-metabolic parameters based on their pasta consumption timing. The study aims to clarify whether eating pasta in the evening is detrimental or beneficial to health.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are normal-weight adults aged 18 to 65 who are willing to participate and provide informed consent.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic illnesses, irregular sleep patterns, or those taking medications affecting sleep or metabolism may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into optimal meal timing that enhances sleep quality and reduces cardiovascular risk.
How similar studies have performed: While some studies have explored meal timing and its effects on health, this specific investigation into pasta consumption timing is novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * normal weight condition (BMI=18.5-24.9 kg/m2) * age between 18 and 65 years * willing to give informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * subjects who were involved in night work, planned long-distance jet travel during the study period, had irregular sleeping schedules or were taking any drugs known to affect sleep or metabolism * presence of current chronic illness or unstable condition (e.g., cardiovascular disease, chronic liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease) * current or recent (past 2 months) use of antibiotics or probiotics * pregnancy or intention to become pregnant in the next 12 months * breastfeeding
Where this trial is running
Florence
- Unit of Clinical Nutrition, University Hospital of Careggi — Florence, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Francesco Sofi, MD, PhD
- Email: francesco.sofi@unifi.it
- Phone: +390552758042
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.