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Filter by:Sugars have been implicated in the epidemics of overweight and obesity. This view is supported by lower quality evidence from ecological observations, animal models, and select human trials. Higher level evidence from controlled trials and prospective cohort studies has been inconclusive. Whether sugars contribute to weight gain or increases in adiposity independent of their calories and whether important food sources of sugars other than SSBs are associated with a higher risk of overweight and obesity or weight gain remain unclear. To address the uncertainties, the investigators propose to conduct a series of systematic reviews and meta-analyses of the totality of the evidence from controlled trials and prospective cohort studies to distinguish the contribution of fructose-containing sugars and important food sources of sugars (SSBs, fruit, 100% fruit juice, cakes/sweets, yogurt, cereals, etc) from that of energy in the development of overweight and obesity. The findings generated by this proposed knowledge synthesis will help improve the health of consumers through informing evidence-based guidelines and improving health outcomes by educating healthcare providers and patients, stimulating industry innovation, and guiding future research design
This project aims to evaluate whether a dose-response relationship exists between dose of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA), delivered as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and change in markers of inflammation, and whether these effects differ from placebo. A key secondary aim is to evaluate the antidepressant effectiveness of EPA in overweight adult outpatients with current major depressive disorder (MDD). To address these aims, the project will use a four-arm, randomized, parallel-group, placebo-controlled design comparing placebo versus three doses of EPA (1 gm/day, 2 gm/day, or 4 gm/day) administered over 12 weeks. The study is to be conducted at two sites: Emory University School of Medicine, and Massachusetts General Hospital. Eligible participants will be between the ages of 18-80 who have current MDD, are overweight, and who demonstrate peripheral inflammation, defined as an high sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) level ≥ 3 mg/L. The primary outcome will be change in plasma interleukin-6 (IL-6) levels and/or mitogen-stimulated peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMC) Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha (TNF-α) expression levels in EPA- versus placebo-treated participants. The results of this investigation are intended to be used to design and power a larger definitive test of the efficacy and biological effects of EPA in patients with major depressive disorder.
A Phase 1/2, multiple dose study with 6 cohorts of ascending doses designed to evaluate the efficacy, safety and pharmacokinetics (PK) of MEDI0382 in participants with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM).
Obesity is the main modifiable risk factor for the development of chronic diseases in Mexico. Several randomized controlled trials have shown that intensive lifestyle programs are efficacious for the management of obesity. These programs include frequent sessions (14 or more contacts in the first 6 months) focused on diet and physical activity and use a behavior change protocol. In Mexico most primary care clinics and public hospitals apply traditional treatments for obesity management, which have limited effect on weight loss. This study would provide scientific evidence for an effective model for obesity management. Objective. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the "Group Lifestyle Balance Program" for overweight and obesity management in adults, in primary care clinics and public hospitals from Sonora. This is a translational clinical study. Healthcare providers from the participating clinics will be trained with the Group Lifestyle Balance Program before its implementation. The primary outcome measurement is the change in body weight from baseline to 6 months and 12 months. Changes in body mass index, waist circumference, systolic and diastolic blood pressure, depression, quality of life and stress scales will be measured in patients receiving the program before and 6 and 12 months after starting the program. Additionally, biochemical parameters (fasting glucose, total cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol, HDL-cholesterol, triglycerides, fasting insulin, Homeostatic Model Assessment- Insulin Resistance (HOMA-IR) and liver enzymes [Aspartate transaminase (AST), Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT)] will be evaluated from baseline to 12 months.
This trial compares two treatment methods: 1. Orlistat 60 mg to be taken three times daily one capsule; indicated for weight loss in overweight adults. Important is also that it is taken along with a reduced-calorie and low-fat diet. 2. Polyglucosamine tablets to be taken two times daily two tablets, taken with the two main meals with the highest fat content, indicated for weight maintenance and weight loss.
The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of Gelesis100 on the absorption of metformin both with and without a meal.
The American Diabetes Association (ADA), among other medical societies, is strongly recommending medical nutrition therapy (MNT) for prevention and management of type 2 diabetes. However, the ADA recognized that there is no "one size fits all" diet and thus recommends that MNT should be conducted through a consultation with registered dietitians (RD). Previous studies have shown that using diabetes-specific nutritional formulas, as an integral part of the MNT, lowers postprandial blood glucose levels. Through our experience from the Joslin's Weight Achievement and Intensive Treatment (Why WAIT™) program, applying MNT within a structured dietary intervention protocol has the best impact on blood glucose values and body weight. Meanwhile, the frequent use of health coaching during dietary intervention proved to be effective in managing diabetes and inducing weight loss. However, no study compared those three intervention methods in a randomized clinical study. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effect of different models of conducting medical nutrition therapy on the glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes.
This randomized controlled trial will evaluate patterns of use and health outcomes of the ShapeUp Empower online program with and without financial incentives for program engagement.
The objective of this proposed study is to collect initial efficacy data on ROC and ROC + BWL compared to an active comparator (AC) and to BWL.
The purpose of this clinical trial is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a food supplement OMNIA compared to a placebo in reducing the body fat mass in 70 overweight subjects during 12 weeks treatment.