Effects of Fresh Watermelon Consumption on Satiety and Cardiometabolic Health

Launched by SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY · Dec 14, 2017

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how eating fresh watermelon may help with feelings of fullness (or satiety) and improve heart and metabolic health. The researchers want to find out if watermelon can play a role in managing weight and overall health. They are currently looking for participants between the ages of 18 and 55 who have a body mass index (BMI) between 25 and 40, which means they are considered overweight. However, people who smoke, are pregnant, take certain medications for metabolic disorders, or have allergies to watermelon or gluten cannot join the study.

If you decide to participate, you will be asked to eat fresh watermelon as part of the study and track how it affects your hunger and health. This is a great opportunity to contribute to research that could help others in the future. Remember, the study is open to everyone who meets the criteria, regardless of gender, so if you fit the age and BMI requirements, you might be a good candidate!

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 18-55 years old
• • BMI 25-40
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Smoker
• • Pregnant woman
• • Required dietary supplement use
• • Required medication of metabolic disorders
• • Allergy to watermelon or gluten