Peanut butter study for prediabetes and thinking
Part of Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests if eating peanut butter every day can improve blood sugar, cholesterol, and memory in people with prediabetes. You'll eat a specific amount of peanut butter and have check-ups over several months.
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Who can take part
- Age 40 to 65
- Body mass index (BMI) between 25 and 40 (overweight or obese)
- Blood sugar level in the prediabetes range (HbA1c 5.7%–6.4%)
- Currently eat less than half a tablespoon of peanut butter per day
- Have a smartphone or be willing to use one provided by 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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