Impact of Food Order on Blood Sugar and Energy Use
The Impact of Different Food Orders on Blood Glucose and Fuel Use At Rest
NA · Old Dominion University · NCT06763562
This study tests whether the order in which people eat vegetarian foods affects their blood sugar levels and how their bodies use energy.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Old Dominion University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Norfolk, Virginia) |
| Trial ID | NCT06763562 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates how the order of consuming vegetarian foods affects blood glucose levels and fuel utilization at rest. Participants will be randomly assigned to eat a carbohydrate-rich food either at the beginning or the end of a meal. The research aims to fill gaps in existing literature regarding food order and its effects on glucose metabolism, particularly focusing on vegetarian diets. By examining these factors, the study seeks to provide insights into dietary strategies for managing glucose levels.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthy adults aged 18-70 who do not have any conditions requiring insulin or allergies to the study foods.
Not a fit: Patients with medical conditions requiring insulin or those with allergies to the study foods will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help patients with glucose metabolism disorders optimize their meal planning to better manage blood sugar levels.
How similar studies have performed: While some studies have explored food order effects on glucose levels, this specific focus on vegetarian meals is relatively novel and under-researched.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * 18-70 years old * Free from any allergy or condition that precluding consumption of edamame, butter, and rice * Not currently pregnant * Free of any medical conditions requiring the use of insulin * Have no history of bariatric surgery * Have no implanted electrical devices such as a pacemaker Exclusion Criteria: * Younger than 18 and older than 70 years old * Having an allergy or condition that precludes consumption of edamame, butter, and rice * Currently pregnant * Any medical conditions requiring the use of insulin * A history of bariatric surgery * Having an implanted electrical device such as a pacemaker
Where this trial is running
Norfolk, Virginia
- Old Dominion University Human Performance Laboratory — Norfolk, Virginia, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Patrick Wilson, PhD
- Email: pbwilson@odu.edu
- Phone: 757-683-4783
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.
Conditions: Glucose Metabolism Disorders, Hunger, Fat Burn