Peanut Consumption for Cardiovascular Health
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The purpose of this research is to determine whether peanut consumption improves indicators of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk in human subjects following the consumption of study foods.
Who Is on the Research Team?
Ryan Snodgrass, PhD
Principal Investigator
United States Department of Agriculture - Western Human Nutrition Research Center
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults who experience high levels of stress. Participants should not have allergies to peanuts or other major health issues that could interfere with the study.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Peanut Intervention
Participants consume 42g of peanuts with skin daily for 4 weeks
Washout
Participants undergo a washout period to clear previous intervention effects
Corn Chips Intervention
Participants consume 45g of corn chips daily for 4 weeks
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Trial Overview
The study compares eating roasted, salted peanuts (with skins) to eating another food with the same calories, to see if peanuts help improve heart health and reduce stress-related problems.
How Is the Trial Designed?
2
Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Participants will be asked to consume 42g of peanuts with skin daily for 4 weeks. Following a 4-week washout, the participant will then be asked to consume 45g of corn chips daily for 4 weeks.
The participant will be asked to consume 45g of corn chips daily for 4 weeks. Following a 4-week washout, the participant will be then asked to consume 42g of peanuts with skin daily for 4 weeks.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
USDA, Western Human Nutrition Research Center
Lead Sponsor
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