NCT06687122 Egg Intake, Metabolic Outcomes and Choline Levels
| NCT ID | NCT06687122 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | University of Guelph |
| Condition | Obesity and Obesity-related Medical Conditions |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 20 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-01-24 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-12 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 20 participants in total. It began in 2025-01-24 with a primary completion date of 2026-12.
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Brief Summary
The purpose of this research is to determine the effect of additional daily egg intake on metabolic phenotypes and metabolism in the context of obesity.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Male or female participant of any race or ethnicity between 30-65 (inclusive) years of age * BMI \> 30 kg/m2 * Non-smoker * Willing to consume 3 eggs per day for one dietary period of 4 weeks * Willing to avoid eggs during the rest of the study except for eggs that are provided * Willing to follow the study protocol including maintaining usual lifestyle during the entire study Exclusion Criteria: * Age \< 30 or \> 65 years * BMI \< 30 kg/m2 * Vegans or individuals who do not consume eggs * Individuals who are currently pregnant or planning to become pregnant during the course of the study; or are currently breastfeeding * Smokers, users of recreational drugs * Individuals taking antibiotics or natural health products including prebiotics or probiotics
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06687122 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 30 Years or older, up to 65 Years, studying Obesity and Obesity-related Medical Conditions. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06687122 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06687122 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at claracho@uoguelph.ca for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06687122 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Québec, Canada.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06687122 clinical trial?
NCT06687122 is sponsored by University of Guelph. The trial plans to enroll 20 participants.
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