Effects of Hi-maize Resistant Starch on Insulin Sensitivity
| Status: | Completed |
|---|---|
| Conditions: | Endocrine |
| Therapuetic Areas: | Endocrinology |
| Healthy: | No |
| Age Range: | 18 - 69 |
| Updated: | 4/22/2016 |
| Start Date: | January 2010 |
| End Date: | September 2010 |
A Randomized, Controlled, Double-blind Crossover Study to Assess the Effects of a Dietary Fiber Ingredient, at Two Doses, on Insulin Sensitivity
The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of a dietary fiber, resistant starch,
on insulin sensitivity. Low insulin sensitivity is a risk factor for some diseases including
type 2 diabetes and heart disease. This study will show if consuming resistant starch can
help improve insulin sensitivity in overweight and obese people.
on insulin sensitivity. Low insulin sensitivity is a risk factor for some diseases including
type 2 diabetes and heart disease. This study will show if consuming resistant starch can
help improve insulin sensitivity in overweight and obese people.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Stable body weight
- No serious health conditions
- Waist circumference > or = to 89 cm (females) and 102 cm (males)
Exclusion Criteria:
- Diabetes
- other serious illnesses
- use of medications that affect outcomes
- BMI > or = 35.0 kg/m2
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