| NCT ID | NCT07247487 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Universidad del Centro Educativo Latinoamericano |
| Condition | Cardiovascular (CV) Risk |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 105 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-12-01 |
| Primary Completion | 2027-12-01 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.
This trial targets 105 participants in total. It began in 2025-12-01 with a primary completion date of 2027-12-01.
⚠ This information is for research awareness only. Always consult your physician before joining any clinical trial. Participation is voluntary and you may withdraw at any time.
Brief Summary
The DiCaMeR study is an observational, cross-sectional study aimed at evaluating the relationship between dietary patterns and cardiometabolic health in adults. The study includes adults following vegan, vegetarian, and omnivorous diets residing in Rosario, Argentina. Participants undergo comprehensive assessments including dietary intake, anthropometric measurements, body composition, blood pressure, grip strenght, and laboratory biomarkers related to cardiovascular and metabolic health. The main objective is to compare diet characteristics and cardiometabolic risk profiles across different dietary patterns, providing insights into the potential health benefits and risks associated with each dietary pattern.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18 to 65 years. * Residence in the city of Rosario or surrounding areas. * Without major diseases. * BMI \>18.5 and \<30. * Adherence to a vegan, vegetarian, or omnivorous diet for at least 1 consecutive year at the time of recruitment. Exclusion Criteria: * Acute or chronic diseases (cancer, infections, heart disease, or others), gastrointestinal disorders affecting diet, diabetes mellitus, chronic kidney or liver disease, or any other condition that could affect study outcomes. * Food allergies or intolerances that substantially affect the individual's usual diet. * Pregnant or breastfeeding women. * High-performance athletes (\>15 hours per week of high-intensity physical activity). * Use of medications that could affect study outcomes, including antihypertensives, lipid-lowering drugs, hypoglycemic agents, glucocorticoids, and anti-obesity drugs. Note: vitamin, mineral, or other dietary supplements are not exclusion criteria. * Problematic use of alcohol or other drugs. * Simultaneous participation in another clinical trial. * Inability (physical or psychological) to perform the procedures required by this study. * Blood transfusions within the last 3 months.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07247487 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 65 Years, studying Cardiovascular (CV) Risk. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07247487 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07247487 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at akraselnik@ucel.edu.ar for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07247487 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Rosario, Argentina, Rosario, Argentina.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07247487 clinical trial?
NCT07247487 is sponsored by Universidad del Centro Educativo Latinoamericano. The trial plans to enroll 105 participants.