Peanuts, weight loss, and bone health study
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether eating peanuts daily during weight loss affects bone health in adults aged 50 to 75.
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Who can take part
- Men or women who have gone through menopause at least 2 years ago, ages 50 to 75
- Body weight that puts you in the overweight or obesity range (BMI 25 to 42)
- Willing to eat a peanut snack or a nut-free snack every day for 24 weeks
- Able to attend about 10 visits at the study site in New Brunswick, New Jersey
- No peanut allergies or intolerances
- Not currently taking certain medications for bone health (like bisphosphonates or hormone replacement)
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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