Clinical trials: Maltodextrin
Weight Loss, Starvation
Effect of Caloric Restriction and Protein Intake on Metabolism and Anabolic Sensitivity
The purpose of this study is to determine if an increased protein intake can attenuate the suppression of metabolic and anabolic hormones during caloric restriction
- Trial name
- NCT02945410
- Testing
- Caloric Restriction, Protein, Exercise
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 20 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Nebraska Lincoln
Major Depressive Disorder
Rapid Antidepressant Effects of Leucine
This randomized double-blind placebo-controlled crossover study seeks to evaluate the antidepressant effect of L-leucine, an essential amino acid, in patients with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD).
- Trial name
- NCT03079297
- Testing
- L-Leucine, Maltodextrin
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 16 people
- Sponsor
- University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Cognitive Decline
An Investigation Into the Effects of a Wild Blueberry Powder and a Wild Blueberry Extract on Cognition in Older Adults
The purpose of this study is to determine whether a 6 month dietary intervention with wild blueberry powder and extract stabilised with L-cysteine and L-glutathione have an effect on cognitive performance in participants aged…
- Trial name
- NCT02446314
- Testing
- Wild Blueberry Powder - 450mg, Wild Blueberry Powder - 900 mg, Wild Blueberry extract 100mg
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Volunteers
- 122 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Reading
Cystic Fibrosis, Dysbiosis
Vitamin D and Prebiotics for Intestinal Health in Cystic Fibrosis
The study will assess if administration of high-dose vitamin D and a commonly used prebiotic (inulin) is effective to reduce gastrointestinal dysbiosis and to improve critical intestinal functions in Cystic Fibrosis with the…
- Trial name
- NCT04118010
- Testing
- Vitamin D3, Inulin
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- Emory University
Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
Immune-modulatory Effect of Probiotic Strain on Grass Pollen Allergic Individuals
The purpose of the current study is to evaluate the effect of administering a probiotic strain on allergic symptoms and immune parameters (Th-2 cytokines, effector cells) in seasonal allergic rhinitis subjects.
- Trial name
- NCT01660698
- Testing
- Maltodextrin, Probiotic
- Where
- Switzerland
- Volunteers
- 20 people
- Sponsor
- Société des Produits Nestlé (SPN)
Impaired Fasting Glucose
The Effect of a Nutritional Supplement on Post Prandial Glucose and Lipids in an Adult Population
The primary aim of this study is to evaluate the effect of a fibre rich health food drink on the post prandial glucose and triglyceride peak in healthy overweight adults with impaired fasting glucose (IFG).
- Trial name
- NCT02119325
- Testing
- 25% fibre, 0% fibre
- Where
- India
- Volunteers
- 96 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- GlaxoSmithKline
Depression
Leucine for Depression Study (L-DEP)
Depression is very common and poses a huge disease burden. About 20% of the US population suffers from depression at lease once in their lifetime.
- Trial name
- NCT03557684
- Testing
- leucine, lipopolysaccharide (LPS)
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 59 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of California, Los Angeles
Functional Constipation
Dose-ranging Efficacy of Polydextrose Supplement on Colonic Transit Time and Symptoms in Adults With Functional Constipation
This study will investigate the effectiveness of Polydextrose, a dietary fiber, at decreasing Colonic Transit Time and the gastrointestinal symptoms of Functional Constipation.
- Trial name
- NCT02314936
- Testing
- Litesse powder containing 12 g polydextrose, Litesse powder containing 8 g polydextrose, Litesse powder containing 4 g polydextrose
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 192 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- KGK Science Inc.
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Investigation of Synbiotic Treatment in NAFLD
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a liver condition in which fat builds up in the liver not caused by alcohol. The liver is an organ that is not designed to build up fat.
- Trial name
- INSYTE (NCT01680640)
- Testing
- Synbiotic, Maltodextrin
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Volunteers
- 104 people
- Sponsor
- University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
Insulin Sensitivity
Insulin Sensitivity and Beta Cell Function After Carbohydrate Loading in Hip Replacement Surgery
The purpose of this study is to determine whether preload of carbohydrate or water before elective hip replacement improve insulin sensitivity and or beta cell function in human.
- Trial name
- NCT01774084
- Testing
- Experimental: PreOp, NutriciaNordica AB
- Where
- 2 sites in Sweden
- Volunteers
- 23 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Karolinska Institutet
Body Composition
Effects of Daily Supplementation of 5-HTP on Body Composition
The purpose of this investigation was to compare supplementation with 5-HTP to placebo on indices of body composition. A randomized trial compared a sample of 48 resistance-trained individuals taking either 100 mg of…
- Trial name
- NCT05216406
- Testing
- 5-HTP
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 65 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Nova Southeastern University
Obesity
Impact of Dietary Fiber as Prebiotics on Intestinal Microbiota in Obese Thai Children
This study evaluates the changes in gut microbiota composition, body fat, children's eating behaviors, plasma amino acids, and satiety hormones (Peptide-YY and GLP-1) after a 6-month period in obese Thai children.
- Trial name
- NCT03968003
- Testing
- Inulin
- Where
- Thailand
- Volunteers
- 165 people
- Sponsor
- Chulalongkorn University
Fatigue, Aging
Mechanisms to Reduce Mental and Physical Fatigue Following Exercise Training in Older Adults
Fatigue is a strong predictor of negative health outcomes in older adults. The research in this study will compared the effects of 8-weeks of branched chain amino acids (BCAAs: dietary supplements commonly taken to improve muscle…
- Trial name
- BCAA (NCT05484661)
- Testing
- BCAA
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 20 people
- Sponsor
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Metabolism, Liver Function
Interaction Between Cannabidiol, Meal Ingestion, and Liver Function
According to a recent consumer poll, over 20 million Americans regularly use cannabidiol (CBD). Moreover, 64 million Americans (over 25% of the population) report trying CBD at least once within the previous 2 years.
- Conditions
- Metabolism, Liver Function, Pharmacokinetics
- Trial name
- NCT04971837
- Testing
- Cannabidiol (CBD) powder formulation, Cannabidiol (CBD) Oil based tincture formulation, Cannabidiol (CBD) Gum Arabic, maltodextrin base formulation
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 26 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Colorado State University
Underweight, Paediatrics
Impact of Bi-26 Supplementation on Weight Gain in Underweight Infants
The burden of disease experienced by underweight children is significant, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Gut dysbiosis, an imbalance in microbial composition, is thought to play a role in nutrient malabsorption…
- Trial name
- NCT05952076
- Testing
- B. infantis Bi-26
- Where
- 5 sites in Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- Gates Medical Research Institute
Cardiovascular Risk Factor, Lipaemia
Effect of Lactose on Blood Lipids
This study aims to determine to what extent ingestion of free sugars influence postprandial triglyceridaemia in men and women.
- Conditions
- Cardiovascular Risk Factor, Lipaemia, Metabolic Disease
- Trial name
- NCT04924530
- Testing
- Maltodextrin, Sucrose, Lactose
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Volunteers
- 26 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Bath
Hypertension, Healthy
Effect of Oral Caffeine and L-Citrulline Supplementation on Arterial Function in Healthy Males
Caffeine is an exceedingly popular and consumed pharmacological agent. Although caffeine is primarily consumed from coffee and tea beverages, it is also available in other forms such as sodas, energy drinks, tablets and capsules.
- Trial name
- NCT02214290
- Testing
- Caffeine, L-citrulline
- Volunteers
- 16 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Florida State University
Healthy
Clinical Trial of Two Study Drinks in Detoxification of Environmental Toxicants and Carcinogens
The goal of this research is to determine if consuming one of two study drinks will help enhance the detoxification of multiple environmental toxicants and cancer causing agents, particularly in subjects who are null for…
- Trial name
- NCT03978117
- Testing
- Freeze Dried Watercress Preparation
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 300 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota
Sickle Cell Anemia, Thalassemia
L-Glutamine Therapy for Sickle Cell Anemia and Sickle ß0 Thalassemia
The purpose of this research is to evaluate the effects of L-glutamine as a therapy for sickle cell anemia and sickle ß0-thalassemia. as evaluated by the number of occurrences of sickle cell crises.
- Trial name
- NCT00125788
- Testing
- L-glutamine
- Where
- 5 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 70 people
- Sponsor
- Emmaus Medical, Inc.
Bone Resorption, Osteoporosis
The Effect of Protein Supplementation on Bone Health in Healthy Older Men and Women
Women and men consuming a low protein diet may be at risk for bone loss. The purpose of this study is to determine whether a daily protein supplement will improve bone health among healthy older adults.
- Trial name
- NCT00421408
- Testing
- Whey protein supplement
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 208 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Yale University