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Sweet Corn and Carotenoids
Sponsor: University of Florida
Summary
This study will assess the effect of daily yellow and white sweet corn intake on serum lutein and zeaxanthin concentrations. Skin carotenoid levels using the Veggie Meter will be assessed, and gastrointestinal symptoms and changes in fecal microbiota during a 4-week intervention period will be monitored.
Official title: Effects of Sweet Corn Intake on Carotenoid Levels and Gastrointestinal Wellness
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 90 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
40
Start Date
2025-05-14
Completion Date
2026-12-31
Last Updated
2026-01-22
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Yellow Sweet Corn
Participants will consume 1.5 cups daily of yellow or white canned sweet corn.
White Sweet Corn
1.5 cups daily of canned yellow sweet corn
Locations (1)
University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida, United States