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Official title Pulse Education and Children
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07648446
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This parallel-arm, randomized controlled trial will evaluate the effectiveness of a 6-week pulse-focused nutrition intervention in school-aged children (6-13 years). The study aims to assess adherence to a pulse-based diet providing 1.5 cups of pulses per week and to examine the effects of whole-cooked pulse consumption on gut health, including gut microbiome composition, metabolomic profiles, and gut barrier function.
- 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 6 to 13. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Children aged 6-13 years old
- Ability to speak English
You likely can't join if
- Frequent pulse consumers (\>0.5 cup/week for females and \>1 cup / week for males)
- Antibiotic use in the past 3 months
- Diagnosed metabolic/gut diseases (ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, diverticulosis, peptic ulcers, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, short...
- Current use of medications or nutrition supplements
- Individuals following a specific dietary patten
- Individuals who gained or lost \>5% body weight within the past 6 months
See the full eligibility criteria
- Children aged 6-13 years old
- Ability to speak English
- Frequent pulse consumers (\>0.5 cup/week for females and \>1 cup / week for males)
- Antibiotic use in the past 3 months
- Diagnosed metabolic/gut diseases (ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, diverticulosis, peptic ulcers, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, short bowel syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, gastroesophageal reflux...
- Current use of medications or nutrition supplements
- Individuals following a specific dietary patten
- Individuals who gained or lost \>5% body weight within the past 6 months
- Those involved in another study concurrently
- Any allergies to pulses
- Intake of pre/pro/postbiotics in the past 3 months
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Tallahassee, Florida, United States
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, 6 years to 13 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Tallahassee, Florida, United States. 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.