๐ฌIn plain words
What the trial is, and whether it could suit you
This study is investigating the benefits of whole freeze-dried grape powder consumption on the immune-gut axis in adults with obesity.
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๐ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria:
* Age: 18-60 years
* Obesity with BMI of 30-45 kg/m2
* Willingness to consume study foods
* Consistent diet and activity patterns for 4 weeks
* Weight stable (\<5kg change over last 3 months)
* Non-smoker \> 1 year or more
* Not currently consuming an extremely healthy diet
Exclusion Criteria:
* Study food allergies
* Regular consumption of grapes or grape-derived products
* Gastrointestinal disease and/or bariatric surgery
* Uncontrolled hypertension and blood pressure \>180/110
* Diabetes
* Illicit drug use
* History of alcohol or drug abuse
* Recent use of medications that affect immune function (e.g., corticosteroids)
* Recent consumption of antibiotics, prebiotics, probiotics, symbiotics, or dietary supplements containing fiber or phytochemicals
* Pregnant or lactating individuals
* HIV positivity
* Recent start of medications that affect metabolism or appetite
* Drug therapy for coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease, congestive
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What it tests
- Freeze-dried grape powder
- Placebo powder
University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, United States
๐ค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ always decide together with your own doctor.