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NCT Number: NCT02297464

Eggs as Part of a Healthy Breakfast

Contrary to popular belief, previous studies have demonstrated beneficial effects of whole egg consumption in modifying biomarkers indicative of a greater risk of coronary heart disease (CHD), chronic inflammation, and insulin resistance. The following study is designed to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of consuming an egg-based breakfast compared to an oatmeal-based breakfast on lipid biomarkers, oxidative stress, inflammation, insulin sensitivity, and satiety in young, healthy men and women. The investigators hypothesize that the consumption of 2 eggs per day will not negatively impact plasma lipids in a young, healthy population.

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Key information

Conditions

Cardiovascular Diseases

Age range

18 year–30 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

University of Connecticut

Storrs, Connecticut, 06269, United States

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • BMI 18.5-30, willing to consume eggs and oatmeal daily, proficient in English, and with a healthy lipid profile.

Exclusion criteria

  • Currently have liver disease, renal disease, diabetes, cancer, history of stroke or heart disease
  • Currently taking glucose lowering drugs or supplements
  • Plasma triglycerides >500 mg/dL, glucose >126, total cholesterol >240
  • Pregnant, lactating, or have endocrine or metabolic disorders
  • BMI ≥ 30
  • Blood pressure > 140/90 (average of 3 readings)
  • Allergies to eggs
  • Celiac disease or gluten sensitivity

Treatment and study plan

Eggs - 2 per day for breakfast

Other

11-week crossover study in which participants consumed 2 eggs or 1 packet of oatmeal per day daily for 4 weeks, separated by a 3-week washout period.

1 packet of oatmeal per day

Other

11-week crossover study in which participants consumed 2 eggs or 1 packet of oatmeal per day daily for 4 weeks, separated by a 3-week washout period.

Primary outcomes

  1. Spectrophotometry, NMR and ELISA will assess plasma lipids.

    Time frame: 1 year

Secondary outcomes

  1. Visual analog scales (VAS) and ELISA assays will assess satiety.

    Time frame: 1 year

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of Connecticut

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Eggs as Part of a Healthy Breakfast: Lack of Association With Heart Disease Risk

Important dates

Study start
2014
Primary completion
2014
Study completion
2018
First posted
Nov 21, 2014
Registry last updated
Mar 22, 2018

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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