Measuring the Glycaemic Index of Different Fruit Drinks
Study to Examine Glycaemic Responses to the Ingestion of Fruit Juices and Smoothies Using Different Measurement Methodologies.
This study tests how different fruit drinks affect blood sugar levels in adults aged 18-65 to see which ones are better for managing glucose responses.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 10 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Bath Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Bath) |
| Trial ID | NCT06898840 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project investigates how different commercially available fruit drinks affect glycaemic responses in participants. Participants aged 18-65 with a BMI of 18-30 will consume eight test drinks, including five fruit drinks, and their blood glucose levels will be measured using both fingerstick sampling and continuous glucose monitors. The study aims to establish the glycaemic index of each drink relative to a glucose reference, while also considering factors like sample type and individual characteristics. Subjective appetite sensations will also be recorded during the testing.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are healthy adults aged 18-65 with a body mass index between 18 and 30.
Not a fit: Patients with diabetes or conditions affecting glucose metabolism will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the glycaemic impact of fruit drinks, helping patients make informed dietary choices.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on glycaemic responses to various foods, this specific approach to measuring fruit drinks is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age: 18-65 years * Body mass index 18-30 kg/m2 Exclusion Criteria: * diagnosis of any form of diabetes * intolerances or allergies to any of the study procedures (e.g. fructose/inulin intolerance) * Fructose malabsorption * Inborn errors of fructose metabolism (e.g. fructokinase deficiency, aldolase B deficiency, fructose-1,6-bisphosphatase deficiency) * pregnant or lactating * any condition that could introduce bias to the study (e.g. diagnoses of lipid disorders, including cardiovascular disease, or therapies that alter lipid or glucose metabolism, such as statins or niacin).
Where this trial is running
Bath
- Department for Health, University of Bath — Bath, United Kingdom (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Emma L Greatorex Brooks
- Email: elgb21@bath.ac.uk
- Phone: +44 (0) 1225 388388
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.