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Lead
University of Colorado, Denver
Age
21–70
Sex
ALL
Healthy volunteers
Not accepted
You may be eligible if
All ethnic groups and both genders
Age: 21-70 years
BMI: 18.5-40 kg/m2
Weight loss of \>10% body mass achieved within 4 weeks of enrollment in study.
You may not be if
Uncontrolled cardio metabolic disease such as: cardiovascular disease (CVD), diabetes mellitus, hypertension (defined as: systolic blood pressure \>160 mmHg or diastolic blood pressure \>100mmHg, as measured during the screening visit with participants seated quietly, following established guidelines), renal disease (e.g. chronic kidney disease, polycystic kidney disease, nephritis, etc.), hepatic disease (e.g. cirrhosis, liver failure, fatty liver, jaundice, etc.), untreated thyroid disease (e.g. Grave's disease, Hashimoto's disorder, goiters, thyroid cancers, etc.), or any other medical condition affecting weight or energy metabolism. Participants who are deemed ineligible based upon uncontrolled hypertension criteria will be referred to their primary care physicians for treatment. If these conditions become controlled they will be allowed to be re-evaluated for inclusion in the current trial.
Symptoms suggestive of CVD: chest pain, shortness of breath at rest or with mild exertion, syncope.
Significant gastrointestinal disorders including: inflammatory bowel disease requiring treatment within the past year, chronic malabsorptive conditions, chronic diarrhea, or active gallbladder disease.
Use of pharmacotherapy agents to achieve weight loss prior to study enrollment.
Current treatment with medications known to significantly affect appetite, weight, energy metabolism, energy intake or energy expenditure. (e.g. systemic corticosteroids, appetite suppressants, lithium, stimulants, anti-psychotics, tricyclic antidepressants).
History of surgical or endoscopic procedure for weight loss at any time (e.g. gastroplasty, gastric bypass, gastrectomy or partial gastrectomy, adjustable banding, gastric sleeve, intragastric balloons, aspiration therapy, etc); history of extensive bowel resection for other reasons.
Currently pregnant, lactating or less than 6 months post-partum.
Planning to become pregnant during study enrollment period
Self-report of alcohol or substance abuse within the past 12 months.
History of clinically diagnosed eating disorders including anorexia nervosa, bulimia, binge eating disorder, or score \>20 on the EATS-26. Participants with a score \>20 on the EATS-26 will be referred to their primary care physician for further evaluation.
Major psychiatric disorder (e.g. diagnosis of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or other psychotic disorders).
Current severe depression or history of severe depression within the previous year (based on reported history, study physician examination findings, and/or a score \>21 on the CES-D). Participants meeting any of these criteria will be referred to their primary care physician and/or the emergency department (based upon study physician determined level of severity).
Currently participating in or planning to participate in any formal weight loss programs or clinical trials.
Other medical, psychiatric, or behavioral limitations that may interfere with participation (as determined by study physician).
Unable or unwilling to undergo study procedures
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