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Postprandial Effects of Animal Versus Plant-Based Protein
Sponsor: Ball State University
Summary
Shifting away from diets high in animal products towards more plant predominant diets is recommended by many health organizations to both reduce the negative environmental impacts of animal agriculture and to improve health outcomes. As a result, a number of plant-based meat alternatives such as Beyond Meat have been formulated to promote increased plant consumption. However, evidence is limited on the impact of newer plant-based meat alternatives on common cardiometabolic risk factors. The investigators aim to compare the acute metabolic, gastrointestinal, and inflammatory effects of a plant-based meat alternative (i.e., Beyond Meat) versus a comparable beef product within the context of high-fat, "Western-style" meal (i.e., eggs, meat, refined bread product). The investigators will also examine whether these responses differ based on whether individuals have a normal-weight or have overweight/obesity.
Official title: Acute Effects of Animal Versus Plant-Based Protein Within a Realistic High-Fat Meal on Metabolic and Inflammatory Factors
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 50 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
30
Start Date
2023-11-01
Completion Date
2024-12-01
Last Updated
2024-06-06
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
High-fat meal containing beef
High-fat meal (eggs cooked in butter, croissant) with 80% ground beef.
High-fat meal containing Beyond Meat
High-fat meal (eggs cooked in butter, croissant) with Beyond Meat Cookout Classic.
Locations (1)
Health Professions Building, Ball State University
Muncie, Indiana, United States