The Effects of Milk Protein Versus Soy Protein on Essential Omega-3 Fatty Acid Metabolism (NCT05820256)
Investigating the Effects of Milk Protein Versus Soy Protein on Essential Omega-3 Fatty Acid Metabolism: A Randomized Parallel-arm Human Trial in Healthy Canadian Adults
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
Dairy products provide macronutrients, vitamins, and minerals that are important for health and development. Despite this, many Canadians now eat fewer dairy products and are instead consuming more non-dairy alternatives, such as soy. Some of this is because of misconceptions about the effects of dairy on health. However, the study investigators hypothesize that, compared to soy, dairy may actually improve a person's health due to its effects on the enzymes in the body that make omega-3 fatty acids, such as EPA and DHA. The goal of this study is to examine omega-3 metabolism in men and women consuming either milk or soy protein. Briefly, this study will determine if the consumption of milk or soy protein differentially impacts blood EPA and DHA levels, the synthesis of EPA and DHA, fatty acid oxidation, and omega-3 fat absorption from the gut. It is anticipated that the findings from this novel and innovative research project will provide high quality evidence to support a previously unappreciated protective effect of dairy for human health and development.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: University of Guelph — Guelph, Ontario
Age range: 18 Years to 45 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
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📍 All Participating Trial Locations (2 Sites)
- University of Guelph — Guelph, Ontario
- Centre de recherche sur le vieillissement — Sherbrooke, Quebec
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
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