Metabolic and Appetite Responses to a Whey Protein Preload Following Prior Exercise in Overweight Males
Obesity, Abdominal
About this trial
This is an interventional basic science trial for Obesity, Abdominal focused on measuring Postprandial glycemia, Metabolic health measures
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria for inclusion are as follows:
- Male
- Aged 18-55 years
- Abdominal obesity (Waist circumference > 102 cm)
- Sedentary (not currently participating in structured physical activity)
Criteria for exclusion are as follows:
- Cardiovascular, metabolic or renal disease
- Current illness
- Regular breakfast skipper
- Food allergies or intolerances
- Eating disorders
- Smoker
- Inadequate venous access
- Taking medication that may affect metabolism
Sites / Locations
- Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, Northumbria University
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Arm 3
Experimental
Experimental
Experimental
Control Trial
Exercise No Preload Trial
Exercise With Preload Trial
A mixed macronutrient breakfast meal is consumed without additional protein, following a period of rest. An ad libitum lunch meal is subsequently consumed.
Following an exercise bout a mixed macronutrient breakfast meal is consumed without additional protein. An ad libitum lunch meal is subsequently consumed.
Following low/moderate intensity exercise bout, whey protein (20g) administered prior to consumption of mixed macronutrient breakfast meal. An ad libitum lunch meal is subsequently consumed.