Ketones Supplementation and Postprandial Lipemia
ObesityOverweight and Obesity2 moreThis study determines whether different forms of ketones supplemented prior to a meal lower the triglyceride (fat) content in the blood of overweight and obese individuals. Through a randomized crossover design, participants (n=15) will participate in each of the following three experimental groups (no treatment control, ketone ester, ketone salt), with a 5-14 day washout period between each experimental visit.
Intervention Study to Prevent Obesity in Sedentary 8 Year Old Swedish Children
Cardiovascular Risk FactorsMetabolic Risk Factors2 moreThe purpose of this study is to study whether a targeted intervention can increase physical activity in inactive 8-yr old children and how it affects secondary measures such as metabolic- and cardiovascular risk factors and markers, self-reported quality of life, BMI, body composition and aerobic work-capacity.
Improvement of Physical Activity and Correction of Body Mass Index in School Children
OverweightThere is an increasing incidence of overweight children in Germany, due to a lack of physical activity. The aim of this study is to improve physical fitness and activity in school children. Two classes in different schools are provided with additional sport lessons over a period of one year.
Effects of Red Beetroot Juice on High-Fat Meal-Induced Endothelial Dysfunction and Cardiometabolic...
OverweightObesity2 moreAside from aging, numerous factors increase the risk for developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) including diet and nutrition. High-fat meal consumption induces postprandial vascular endothelial dysfunction and other cardiometabolic disturbances (e.g. dyslipidemia and hyperglycemia) in normal weight individuals and is exacerbated in overweight/obese individuals. These postprandial responses are likely largely due to activation of pro-inflammatory and pro-oxidant pathways. Given that much of the day is spent in the postprandial state, this may further impair cardiovascular health in aging overweight/obese individuals. Interventions that attenuate these responses are needed. Red beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.) is an excellent source of bioactive compounds including nitrate, flavonoids, phenolic acids, betalains, carotenoids, and ascorbic acid. These bioactive compounds and their metabolites have been shown to have antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, and cardiovascular-protective effects. These effects, particularly the cardiovascular-protective effects, have been primarily attributed to its high content of nitrate since it is converted to nitric oxide independent of the vascular endothelium via the enterosalivary nitrate-nitrite-nitric oxide pathway. However, red beetroot juice contains a number of other potentially beneficial bioactive compounds and few studies have aimed to determine whether these compounds work independently, additively, or synergistically in exerting these effects. Given the findings of previously conducted research in the broad area of red beetroot juice consumption and human health, it can be suggested that: 1) acute red beetroot juice consumption may prevent or attenuate the adverse postprandial responses to consuming a high-fat meal in individuals with exaggerated responses; and 2) chronic consumption of red beetroot may improve underlying factors contributing to these exaggerated responses. Accordingly, this project aims to: 1) investigate the efficacy of acute and chronic whole red beetroot juice consumption compared with its bioactive components in attenuating postprandial vascular endothelial dysfunction and adverse cardiometabolic responses to a high-fat meal; and 2) to gain insight into the underlying mechanisms responsible.
Effectiveness of a Mobile Application as an Adjunct to Medical Advice to Promote Healthy Habits...
OverweightObesityINTRODUCTION: Obesity is the most common metabolic problem and its genesis and maintenance there is always a positive energy balance, with less energy expenditure than that obtained from the intake. Low physical activity is often an important factor in this lower spending. Medical advice is useful for determining changes in the habits of life of patients, however, the changes produced by the council do not last over time, so it would be necessary to establish enforcement mechanisms as with mobile technology, because it could improve the adhesion of obese patients to therapy. OBJECTIVE: Primary: To evaluate the effectiveness of an app as an adjunct to medical advice to promote healthy living habits (sport and diet) to lose weight in a population of obese or overweight adult patients. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Open randomized controlled clinical trial with clinical practice (health advice for physical activity and sport). STUDY POPULATION: Obese or overweight adults patients of Araba aged between 18-45 years who be in Contemplation stage with smartphone. Variables: Primary endpoint: Weight (kg); Secondary variables: BMI (kg/cm2); blood pressure (mm Hg); heart rate; Plasma cholesterol (mg / dl); HbA1c; score on the satisfaction questionnaire; index of physical exercise (IPAQ) (METs); quitting tobacco (yes / no); Waist circumference (cm). Statistical analysis: The primary endpoint (weight reduction) will be evaluated by covariance analysis adjusting by baseline weight, and other confounding variables (sex, age, level of education..) Simple size: 48 patients by arm plus 20% to cover losses to follow.
Effectiveness of PUSH Notifications From a Mobile App for Improving the Body Composition of Overweight...
OverweightObesityA clinical three-armed assay has been established to permit an evaluation of the effectiveness of implementing PUSH notifications in the actions orientated towards improving body composition through the establishment of dietary patterns and an increase in physical activity.
Implications of Self-weighing During Weight Loss Treatment
Overweight and ObesitySigns and Symptoms2 moreThis study aims to analyze the effectiveness of introducing behavioral elements in a weight loss program, in this case, comparing the difference between self-weighing versus not doing so.
The Effect of Eccentric Training on Anthropometrics, Physical Fitness and Bone Strength in Overweight...
Childhood ObesityThe purpose of this study is to examine the effects of aerobic eccentric training in overweight and obese children.
Effects of Arom Digest Slim on Metabolic Profile and Food Behaviour in Overweight Persons
Metabolic SyndromeThe present study aims to evaluate the efficacy of Arom Digest Slim in facilitating weight reduction along with a series of minimal nutritional interventions.
Health and Wellness in Obesity
ObesityOverweightThe present study aims to explore the effects of a novel multidisciplinary non-pharmacological intervention designed to improve health parameters and well-being in overweight and obese women. The proposed program is health- and quality of life-oriented, without a focus on weight loss, following the philosophical principles from "Health at Every Size", and may provide an alternative mode of intervention to the traditional one, which is focused on the concept of "weight loss at any cost". To evaluate the efficacy of the intervention, a mixed-method design combining both qualitative and quantitative assessments will be applied.