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Official title Impact of Ultra-processed Foods on Cardiometabolic Risk Factors
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06538831
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to examine in a 2x2 factorial RCT what feature(s) of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) contribute to cardiometabolic risk in men and women. The project's hypotheses are : 1.
- 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 75. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Body mass index (BMI):18 to 35 kg/m2
- Stable weight over the last 3 months (variation of less than 5 kg)
- LDL-cholesterol \< 5.0 mmol/L
- HbA1c \< 6.5%
- Office blood pressure \<150/90 mmHg
You likely can't join if
- Pregnant or breast-feeding women
- Alcohol consumption of more than 7 drinks per week
- Women: contraceptives for less than 3 months or hormone therapy for less than 6 months
- Medication to treat hypercholesterolemia, diabetes or hypertension
- Diagnosis of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, cancer
- Food allergies or aversions to any of the foods on the experimental menus
See the full eligibility criteria
- Body mass index (BMI):18 to 35 kg/m2
- Stable weight over the last 3 months (variation of less than 5 kg)
- LDL-cholesterol \< 5.0 mmol/L
- HbA1c \< 6.5%
- Office blood pressure \<150/90 mmHg
- Non-smokers or smokers of less than 10 cigarettes a day
- Pregnant or breast-feeding women
- Alcohol consumption of more than 7 drinks per week
- Women: contraceptives for less than 3 months or hormone therapy for less than 6 months
- Medication to treat hypercholesterolemia, diabetes or hypertension
- Diagnosis of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, cancer
- Food allergies or aversions to any of the foods on the experimental menus
- Being on a diet or following a special diet
- Daytime MAPA blood pressure \>150/90
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Québec, Quebec, Canada
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 75 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Québec, Quebec, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.