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Lead
University of Calgary
With
General Mills
The main objective of our study is to assess the effects of protein and prebiotic fiber intake on changes in adiposity in an overweight and obese adult population.
Primary objective - To determine the effect of 12 week protein (10 g/day) or prebiotic fiber (16 g/day) intake on changes in body composition, chiefly body fat.
Secondary objective - To measure changes in appetite following 12 weeks of protein (10 g/day) or prebiotic fiber (16 g/day) intake.
Other outcomes includes changes in quality of life ratings and gut microbiota.
Age
18–70
Sex
ALL
Healthy volunteers
Accepted
You may be eligible if
Males and females
Age 18 - 70 years
BMI 25 - 38 kg/m-2
Stable body weight for at least 3 months prior to the study
You may not be if
Type 1 diabetes
Clinically significant cardiovascular, liver or pancreas disease
Major gastrointestinal surgeries
Pregnant or lactating
Concomitant use of any weight loss medication, diet or exercise regime
Antibiotic use in the preceding 3 months to enrollment
Weight loss \> 3 kg within preceding 3 months to enrollment
Use of bulk laxatives, fiber supplements or probiotic/prebiotic supplements
