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Does Protein Source and Size Matter? A Study That May Help Develop Dietary Recommendations for Younger and Older Adults

Please note: This trial has finished recruiting and is not accepting new participants.

Research Center:  Department of Nutrition Science, Purdue University
Location: G-93 Stone Hall, 700 W State St, West Lafayette, IN 47907 United States
Lead Doctor: Professor Wayne W. Campbell, Ph.D.
IRB Committee: This study has been reviewed and approved by Purdue University Institutional Review Board

Background

 

The 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) recommends how much ‘Protein Foods’ should be consumed per day and per week. Protein is essential to build new tissues and repair worn-out ones. Several factors could potentially offset protein metabolism and in turn, affect the circulating protein availability within the body. Some factors are age, quality, and quantity of protein.

This study seeks to evaluate the effect of the same portion serving of an animal protein source compared to a plant-based protein source to protein levels and availability in the body. This research will serve as an important resource for future DGA Committees to evaluate the current protein portion size definition on animal and plant-based protein-rich foods and potentially produce recommendations for younger and older adults.

This study seeks adults aged 55 to 75 years old who are generally healthy. Participants are required to attend 5 study visits (1 screening and 4 testing days) at the research site for over a period of 4-12 weeks depending on participant availability. Participants will receive $300 for completing the study. Participants must be willing to consume foods that are provided by the study.

Why Participate? 

 

  • You may experience improvements in protein metabolism.
  • You will know your health information.
  • You will help evaluate the protein serving sizes of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
  • You will be provided meals during the site visits as well as a day before the visit.
  • You will be compensated up to $300 for participating in this study.
  • You will be helping to advance medical research.

Your Rights

 

  • If you decide to participate in the study and later feel that you no longer wish to be part of it, you may withdraw at any time.
  • Your records relating to this study and any other information received will be kept strictly confidential, except as required by the law.
  • Qualified health professionals will monitor your health as it relates to the study.

Who Can Participate?

 

  • Adults aged 55-75 years old who are generally healthy.
  • Must have stable weight (weight gain/loss must be around 10 lbs only) 3 months prior to the study.
  • Able to attend 5 study visits at the research site over a 4-12 week period depending on the participants scheduling availability.

We adhere to all required COVID19 Standard Operating Procedures.

For information regarding our Standard Operating Procedures click on this link: https://protect.purdue.edu/

What Next?

  1. Click the link below to enter your contact details and answer some eligibility questions.
  2. The research centre will then contact you by phone to discuss the trial and answer your questions.
Click Here to Enter Your Contact Details and Be Contacted by Phone About the Trial

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