The purpose of this research study is to compare the varying qualities of protein supplements utilizing the Protein Digestibility Corrected Amino Acid Score (PDCAAS) method and evaluating the clinical outcome related to protein stores and absorption.
The PDCAAS has been adopted by the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) of the World Health Organization (WHO) and is currently recognized as the standard method to evaluate protein quality. This study will also examine patient tolerability, satiety, and satisfaction while using meal replacements versus protein supplements. This research study looks to gain knowledge on the varying qualities of protein and find the most effective protein supplement and/or meal replacement that provides increased patient compliance and promotes a healthy recovery.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
SCREENING
Masking
SINGLE
Enrollment
60
4 weeks of utilizing Group 1 Meal Replacement 3-4 times daily, supplementing this protein product at each meal. As standard of care for the bariatric patient, they are required to get in 60-80 gms of protein daily
4 weeks of utilizing Group 2 protein supplement 3-4 times daily, replacing this protein product at each meal. As standard of care for the bariatric patient, they are required to get in 60-80 gms of protein daily
4 weeks of utilizing Group 3 protein supplement 3-4 times daily, replacing this protein product at each meal. As standard of care for the bariatric patient, they are required to get in 60-80 gms of protein daily
Southeast Bariatrics
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
RECRUITINGProtein Absorption
protein stores and protein absorption per lab results collected at required visits
Time frame: 4 weeks
Patient Compliance with Protein Supplement
Evaluate patient compliance with protein supplements during the required 4 week liquid diet phase, which include 2 weeks prior to surgery and 2 weeks after surgery.
Time frame: 4 weeks
Patient tolerability and satisfaction of protein supplement
Evaluate the patient's tolerability of the protein supplement, specifically assessing GI symptoms and satiety, as well as evaluating patient perceptions of satisfaction of the product and satiety.
Time frame: 4 weeks
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