๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2025-07-24

Impact of Supplemental Fiber on Gut and Vascular Health Related in Obesity Phenotypes (NCT07095426)

Interplay Between Metabolic Risk Factors, Body Mass Index, and the Gut/Vascular Response to Supplemental Fiber

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿ“‹ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: Ball State University

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

Based on prior research, the investigators are interested in whether an intervention targeting gut health (supplemental fiber for 9 weeks total) will improve vascular health in individuals with obesity. Additionally, the investigators are interested in if this response differs based on whether individuals with obesity have very few heart disease risk factors or several heart disease risk factors.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Health Professions Building โ€” Muncie, Indiana

Age range: 18 Years to 55 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Health Professions Building โ€” Muncie, Indiana

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (765) 285-8356

Email: bryant.keirns@bsu.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ 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 ยง 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.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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