Low-carb diet and cholesterol study
This study looks at how a low-carb, high-fat ketogenic diet affects cholesterol levels in healthy adults. It may help you understand how your body responds to this type of diet.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- Your weight is stable (no more than a 5% change in the last 3 months)
- You are not a smoker
- You do not have high cholesterol, diabetes, or heart disease
- You are willing to follow a ketogenic diet for the study
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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