Contrary to popular belief, previous studies have demonstrated beneficial effects of whole egg consumption in modifying biomarkers indicative of a greater risk of coronary heart disease (CHD), chronic inflammation, and insulin resistance. The following study is designed to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of consuming an egg-based breakfast compared to an oatmeal-based breakfast on lipid biomarkers, oxidative stress, inflammation, insulin sensitivity, and satiety in young, healthy men and women. The investigators hypothesize that the consumption of 2 eggs per day will not negatively impact plasma lipids in a young, healthy population.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
50
11-week crossover study in which participants consumed 2 eggs or 1 packet of oatmeal per day daily for 4 weeks, separated by a 3-week washout period.
11-week crossover study in which participants consumed 2 eggs or 1 packet of oatmeal per day daily for 4 weeks, separated by a 3-week washout period.
University of Connecticut
Storrs, Connecticut, United States
Spectrophotometry, NMR and ELISA will assess plasma lipids.
Time frame: 1 year
Visual analog scales (VAS) and ELISA assays will assess satiety.
Time frame: 1 year
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