Clinical Research Directory

Effects of Chocolates With Different Cocoa Content on Postprandial Blood Glucose in Healthy Adults

This randomized controlled study evaluated how chocolates with different cocoa contents affect blood glucose levels after consumption in healthy adults. Sixty healthy adults aged 18-35 years were randomly assigned to one of six groups: a control group or groups receiving chocolate containing 55%, 60%, 72%, 80%, or 90% cocoa. All participants consumed a standardized meal. Participants in the intervention groups then consumed 40 g of their assigned chocolate. Blood glucose was measured before chocolate consumption and at 15, 30, 60, 90, and 120 minutes afterward. The study aimed to compare postprandial blood glucose responses among chocolates with different cocoa contents.

Postprandial Glycemic and Physiological Responses to Walking With a Wearable Hip Exoskeleton in Healthy Adults

This randomized crossover proof-of-concept study evaluated the effects of walking with a wearable hip exoskeleton on postprandial glycemic and physiological responses in healthy adults. Participants completed four experimental conditions: seated control, walking without the wearable hip exoskeleton, walking with the Bot-Fit device in Aqua mode, and walking with the Bot-Fit device in Boost mode. The primary aim was to determine whether walking with the wearable hip exoskeleton alters postprandial glucose responses compared with seated control and conventional walking conditions.