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New treatment option for Anemia, Iron Deficiency
Official title The Impact of Faba Bean Rich Bread on Iron Status, Postprandial Lipaemia and Satiety
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06466746
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- High levels of animal proteins (meat) in the diet are linked with a greater risk of developing heart disease and other long-term health conditions. Recently there has been a shift to plant-based diets including plant proteins such as pulses, defined as beans, peas, chickpeas and lentils.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 50. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Non-anaemic, males and pre-menopausal females (must have regular periods)
- Aged 18-50 years old
- BMI between 19 - 30 kg/m2
- Low iron stores (serum ferritin between 13-40 µg/L for females and 30-90 µg/L for males)
You likely can't join if
- Food allergies or intolerances to faba beans (favism) or gluten
- Diagnosed with anaemia (haemoglobin \<115 g/L for females or \<130 g/L for males) or haemochromatosis
- C-reactive protein (\>3mg/L)
- Smokers
- A history of alcohol abuse (\> 14 units/ week)
- CVD or medical history of MI or stroke in the past 12 months
See the full eligibility criteria
- Non-anaemic, males and pre-menopausal females (must have regular periods)
- Aged 18-50 years old
- BMI between 19 - 30 kg/m2
- Low iron stores (serum ferritin between 13-40 µg/L for females and 30-90 µg/L for males)
- Food allergies or intolerances to faba beans (favism) or gluten
- Diagnosed with anaemia (haemoglobin \<115 g/L for females or \<130 g/L for males) or haemochromatosis
- C-reactive protein (\>3mg/L)
- Smokers
- A history of alcohol abuse (\> 14 units/ week)
- CVD or medical history of MI or stroke in the past 12 months
- Diabetes (fasting glucose \>7.0 mmol/L)
- Kidney, liver, pancreas or intestinal disease, gastrointestinal disorder or use of drugs likely to alter gastrointestinal function
- Pregnancy, planning a pregnancy in the next six months or breastfeeding
- Peri- and post-menopausal women or women with irregular periods
- Planning on a weight-reducing regimen (lost \>3kg in last 6 months)
- Parallel participation in another intervention study
- Hypertension (blood pressure \> 140/90 mmHg), cancer, taking medication for hyperlipidaemia (statins), or inflammation
- Taking vitamin or mineral supplements
- Donated blood in the last 3 months
- Any other unusual medical history or diet and lifestyle habits or practices that would preclude volunteers from participating in a dietary intervention and metabolic study (such as a pacemaker)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 50 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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