Potato Consumption and Energy Balance

This is a 30-day randomized, controlled trial with 3 arms: 1) non-potato food (almonds), 2)
standard white potato French fry, 3) standard white potato French fry with potential
glycemia-modulating spice/seasoning mix added.

Free-living study participants will be assigned to consume one of the 3 foods (calorie
matched) each day for a 30-day period. Body composition (via dual energy x-ray
absorptiometry; DXA), and blood chemistry will be assayed at baseline and study completion,
along with a sub-sample of subjects participating in a meal-based tolerance tests at study
completion.

Inclusion Criteria:

- 18- 50 years old

- Body mass index (BMI) 20- 35

- No dietary restrictions or allergies

- Weight stable

- Access to camera through smartphone, computer or tablet

Exclusion Criteria:

- Pregnancy or anticipating pregnancy or lactation

- Nut or food allergy

- Diagnosed diabetes (Type 1 or 2)

- History of weight control surgery (bariatric or liposuction)

- Consumes >1 serving of potatoes daily before enrollment

- Weight loss or gain >5% within past 6 months

- Medical conditions or medications that would prevent the ability to comply with
treatment assignment and/or affect energy balance

- Dependence on others for food procurement or preparation