Adding Polyphenol-rich Pulses to Daily Diet Improves Skin Health by Reshaping the Skin Microbiome
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
Skin health is influenced by the microbiome, lipids, oxidative stress, inflammation, and UV exposure. A 14-week trial with 50 women aged 45-65 will test if polyphenol-rich pulses improve skin health by affecting these factors. Using a white rice control diet, the study will measure skin parameters and analyze correlations with changes in lipids and microbiome, potentially proving the benefits of pulses.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * BMI (18.5-29.9) * Body weight ≥110 pounds * Fitzpatrick skin type 2 and 3. Exclusion Criteria: * pregnancy * breast-feeding * impaired fasting glucose * frequent alcohol use * history of skin cancer * sunbathing and the use of tanning bed, intake of vitamin/mineral supplements * habitual high intake of fruits (≥ 2 cups daily) * intake of medication that might influence the outcome of the study