Mung bean protein study for healthy adults
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests how well your body uses methionine, a key amino acid, from mung beans. It aims to understand the protein quality of mung beans for better nutrition.
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Who can take part
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- Your weight has been stable and you haven't lost weight recently
- You are generally healthy with no major medical conditions like diabetes
- You are not taking medicines that affect protein metabolism, such as steroids
- You are willing to eat the study diet and have no food allergies to mung beans
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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