The Effect of Whey and Casein on IGFs in Prepubertal Boys
Launched by UNIVERSITY OF COPENHAGEN · Sep 20, 2006
Trial Information
Current as of May 28, 2025
Unknown status
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Milk has evolved to support high growth velocity in newborns and observational and intervention studies suggest that milk has special growth stimulating properties especially regarding body size, bone mass and gut. We have previously shown that a one week high-dose intervention with milk, but not meat, increased fasting IGF-I and insulin levels in prepubertal boys. It is not clear which milk compounds are responsible for the growth stimulation. Through short term intervention studies in prepubertal children, we will test the effects of whey, casein, and milk minerals (especially Ca/P). Outc...
Gender
MALE
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • habital milk intake:200 - 500 mL/d
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • chronic illnesses
- • children who suffer from any condition likely to affect their protein metabolism or growth
About University Of Copenhagen
The University of Copenhagen, a leading research institution in Denmark, is dedicated to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient outcomes through innovative clinical trials. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, the university leverages its expertise in various fields, including health sciences, pharmacology, and biotechnology, to design and conduct rigorous clinical studies. Committed to ethical standards and scientific integrity, the University of Copenhagen aims to contribute significantly to the global medical community by facilitating groundbreaking research that addresses pressing healthcare challenges.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Frederiksberg C, , Denmark
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Kim F Michaelsen, Dr Med Sci
Study Chair
Institute of Human Nutrition, Rolighedsvej 30, DK-1958 Frederiksberg C, Denmark
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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