NCT07231484NARecruiting
Effects of Grape Consumption on the Immune-Gut Axis in Obesity
University of Missouri-Columbia
Start Date
12/19/2025
Completion Date
12/30/2027
Summary
This study is investigating the benefits of whole freeze-dried grape powder consumption on the immune-gut axis in adults with obesity.
Detailed Description
The study is a 12-wk randomized, controlled, crossover trial. Participants will be randomized to one of two intervention sequences, either consuming 48g/day of whole freeze-dried grape powder followed by an isocaloric placebo powder or consuming the placebo powder followed by the whole freeze-dried grape powder. Active intervention phases will be 4 weeks in duration followed by a 4-week washout period between treatments.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Range: 18 years to 60 years
Inclusion Criteria:
* Age: 18-60 years
* Obesity with BMI of 30-45 kg/m2
* Willingness to consume study foods
* Consistent diet and activity patterns for 4 weeks
* Weight stable (\<5kg change over last 3 months)
* Non-smoker \> 1 year or more
* Not currently consuming an extremely healthy diet
Exclusion Criteria:
* Study food allergies
* Regular consumption of grapes or grape-derived products
* Gastrointestinal disease and/or bariatric surgery
* Uncontrolled hypertension and blood pressure \>180/110
* Diabetes
* Illicit drug use
* History of alcohol or drug abuse
* Recent use of medications that affect immune function (e.g., corticosteroids)
* Recent consumption of antibiotics, prebiotics, probiotics, symbiotics, or dietary supplements containing fiber or phytochemicals
* Pregnant or lactating individuals
* HIV positivity
* Recent start of medications that affect metabolism or appetite
* Drug therapy for coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease, congestive
Interventions
OTHER
Freeze-dried grape powder
OTHER
Placebo powder
Conditions
Obesity &Amp; Overweight
Locations
University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, Missouri 65211
United States