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Food IntoleranceNCT05482997

Athlete Whey Protein Sensitivity: Prevalence and Performance

A study testing Whey Protein Concentrate and Pea Protein Isolate, Rice Protein Concentrate, Hemp Protein in people with Food Intolerance, run by University of the Incarnate Word at 1 site in United States.

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Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

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Trial summary

The objective of this study is to identify the prevalence of whey protein sensitivity in UIW athletes and to assess the effectiveness of 4-weeks of whey versus plant-based protein supplementation on athletic performance and recovery, specifically in those with whey sensitivity. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 years and olderHealthy volunteers can take part
Conditions the study is for
Food Intolerance
What is being tested?
Whey Protein Concentrate and Pea Protein Isolate, Rice Protein Concentrate, Hemp Protein
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
36 participants
Where
1 siteUnited States
Study dates
16 Jan 2023to 31 Dec 2023
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 years and older
  • All sexes
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • NCAA Division I collegiate athletes at the University of the Incarnate Word
  • Must complete a medical history form
  • Must be cleared by sports medicine staff for intercollegiate athletic participation

Who cannot join

  • Individuals with a diagnosed food allergy, lactose intolerance, or inflammatory bowel disease (such as Chron's, Ulcerative Colitis, or Celiac Sprue)

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

United States1 site
  • The University of the Incarnate Word

    San Antonio, Texas, 78209

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About this study

The objective of this study is to identify the prevalence of whey protein sensitivity in UIW athletes and to assess the effectiveness of 4-weeks of whey versus plant-based protein supplementation on athletic performance and recovery, specifically in those with whey sensitivity.

Read the detailed description

Dependent t-tests and repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) will offer comparative analyses between whey and plant protein conditions in subjects with and without whey sensitivity. Symptom questionnaires, perceived performance questionnaires, wearable fitness tracking data, and strength test results will be compared across all four conditions (baseline, washout, whey supplementation, and plant supplementation).

Related variables will be analyzed using GLM univariate, multivariate, and repeated measures. The overall multivariate Wilks' Lambda and Greenhouse-Geisser univariate p-levels will be reported. Differences among groups will be determined using Tukey's least significant differences (LSD) post hoc analyses.

Being tested
Whey Protein Concentrate, Pea Protein Isolate, Rice Protein Concentrate, Hemp Protein
Medical subject headings
Food Intolerance

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Whey Protein ConcentrateDietary supplement

    Also called True Nutrition Whey Protein Concentrate

    whey-based protein powder 32g powder mixed with 8-12 oz water

  • Pea Protein Isolate, Rice Protein Concentrate, Hemp ProteinDietary supplement

    Also called True Nutrition Vegan Protein Optimizer Formula

    plant-based protein powder. 32g powder mixed with 8-12 oz water

Study groups in NCT05482997
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Control Group: Subjects with no protien intakeNo intervention20 subjects will receive no intervention for 10 weeks but complete performance tests and assessments during weeks 0, 4, 6, and 10.
Whey Protein, Then Plant-based ProteinExperimentalPerformance tests/assessments will be conducted as baseline testing without whey protein, followed by four weeks of whey protein intervention consisting of one 70cc (32g) scoop of supplement provided within an hour after athletic practice, five days a week. For athletes with more than one practice a day, the supplement will be provided after the strength training session. The powder will be shaken with 8-12oz water. Performance measured at the end of 4 weeks. After a two-week washout period, they will undergo another performance evaluation and begin the same protein supplement regimen, but with a 70cc (32g) scoop of the plant-based protein supplement.
Receives: Dietary Supplement: Whey Protein Concentrate; Dietary Supplement: Pea Protein Isolate, Rice Protein Concentrate, Hemp Protein
Plant-based Protein, Then Whey ProteinExperimentalPerformance tests/assessments will be conducted as baseline testing without plant-based protein, followed by four weeks of plant-based protein intervention consisting of one 70cc (32g) scoop of supplement provided within an hour after athletic practice, five days a week, for four weeks. For athletes with more than one practice a day, the supplement will be provided after the strength training session. The powder will be shaken with 8-12oz water. Performance measured at the end of 4 weeks. After a two-week washout period, they will undergo another performance evaluation and begin the same protein supplement regimen, but with a 70cc (32g) scoop of the whey protein supplement.
Receives: Dietary Supplement: Whey Protein Concentrate; Dietary Supplement: Pea Protein Isolate, Rice Protein Concentrate, Hemp Protein

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Change from Baseline Performance Questionnaire at 4 weeks

    subject assesses food sensitivity symptoms, perceived recovery after athletic event, and satisfaction with athletic performance.

    Measured: Baseline, 4 weeks, 6 weeks, 10 weeks

  2. Change from Baseline InBody Body Composition Test at 4 weeks

    Body composition assessed by subjects standing on bioelectrical impedance analysis scale that measures total body water, lean body mass, dy lean mass, body fat mass, and weight.

    Measured: Baseline, 4 weeks, 6 weeks, 10 weeks

  3. Change from Baseline Vertical Jump Test at 4 weeks

    The vertical jump measures explosive leg power and is an effective indirect measurement of athletic performance. The participant will utilize the Just Jump Mat to electronically assess vertical height.

    Measured: Baseline, 4 weeks, 6 weeks, 10 weeks

Secondary outcomes (3)
  1. Number of Participants with Declining Measures

    The number of subjects whose self assessment, body composition, and vertical jump depreciate.

    Measured: Baseline, 4 weeks, 6 weeks, 10 weeks

  2. Number of Participants with Increasing Measures

    The number of subjects whose self assessment, body composition, and vertical jump improve.

    Measured: Baseline, 4 weeks, 6 weeks, 10 weeks

  3. Number of Athletes with Whey Sensitivity

    Whey sensitivity assessed with IgG food sensitivity test, where small blood sample is collected from subject and IgG antibody level measured when introduced to whey.

    Measured: Baseline

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted1 Aug 2022
  2. Study start16 Jan 2023
  3. Primary completion31 Dec 2023
  4. Study completion31 Dec 2023

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Supportive care
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Crossover
Masking
Single blind
Who is masked
Participant
Enrolment
36 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT05482997
Sponsor's protocol ID
2022-1154-EXP
Status last verified
Jun 2024
First submitted
28 Jul 2022
Last updated
5 Jun 2024
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No

Publications

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    PubMed 9405716
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    PubMed 19547751
  • Anthoni S, Savilahti E, Rautelin H, Kolho KL. Milk protein IgG and IgA: the association with milk-induced gastrointestinal symptoms in adults. World J Gastroenterol. 2009 Oct 21;15(39):4915-8. doi: 10.3748/wjg.15.4915.

    PubMed 19842221
  • Malsagova, K, Stepanov, A, Sinitsyna, AA, Izotov, A, Klyuchnikov, MS, Kopylov, AT, and Kaysheva, AL. Determination of Specific IgG to Identify Possible Food Intolerance in Athletes Using ELISA. Data 6: 122, 2021.

  • Stockton S, Breshears K, Baker DM. The Impact of a Food Elimination Diet on Collegiate Athletes' 300-meter Run Time and Concentration. Glob Adv Health Med. 2014 Nov;3(6):25-40. doi: 10.7453/gahmj.2014.046.

    PubMed 25568830
  • Lee LA, Burks AW. Food allergies: prevalence, molecular characterization, and treatment/prevention strategies. Annu Rev Nutr. 2006;26:539-65. doi: 10.1146/annurev.nutr.26.061505.111211.

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    PubMed 25671415
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    PubMed 22038507
  • Antico A, Pagani M, Vescovi PP, Bonadonna P, Senna G. Food-specific IgG4 lack diagnostic value in adult patients with chronic urticaria and other suspected allergy skin symptoms. Int Arch Allergy Immunol. 2011;155(1):52-6. doi: 10.1159/000318736. Epub 2010 Nov 26.

    PubMed 21109748
  • Shakoor Z, AlFaifi A, AlAmro B, AlTawil LN, AlOhaly RY. Prevalence of IgG-mediated food intolerance among patients with allergic symptoms. Ann Saudi Med. 2016 Nov-Dec;36(6):386-390. doi: 10.5144/0256-4947.2016.386.

    PubMed 27920409
  • de Oliveira EP, Burini RC, Jeukendrup A. Gastrointestinal complaints during exercise: prevalence, etiology, and nutritional recommendations. Sports Med. 2014 May;44 Suppl 1(Suppl 1):S79-85. doi: 10.1007/s40279-014-0153-2.

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  • Marija, KV, Michalickova D, Dikic N, Stojmenovic T, Andjelkovic M, Nikolik I, Vukasinovic-Vesic M, and Malic T. Food elimination based on immunoglobulin G antibodies improves gastrointestinal discomfort symptoms and sport performance in professional athletes. Med Sport 70: 480-494, 2017.

  • Jager R, Kerksick CM, Campbell BI, Cribb PJ, Wells SD, Skwiat TM, Purpura M, Ziegenfuss TN, Ferrando AA, Arent SM, Smith-Ryan AE, Stout JR, Arciero PJ, Ormsbee MJ, Taylor LW, Wilborn CD, Kalman DS, Kreider RB, Willoughby DS, Hoffman JR, Krzykowski JL, Antonio J. International Society of Sports Nutrition Position Stand: protein and exercise. J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2017 Jun 20;14:20. doi: 10.1186/s12970-017-0177-8. eCollection 2017.

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Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing Whey Protein Concentrate and Pea Protein Isolate, Rice Protein Concentrate, Hemp Protein in people with Food Intolerance, run by University of the Incarnate Word at 1 site in United States.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 3 inclusion and 1 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 5 Jun 2024. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in United States. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Change from Baseline Performance Questionnaire at 4 weeks (time frame: Baseline, 4 weeks, 6 weeks, 10 weeks). The study lists 3 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT05482997, which also lists 28 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 5 Jun 2024.

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