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Metabolically Healthy Obesity Clinical Trial in Muncie, IN

Access cutting-edge metabolically healthy obesity treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Muncie. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Ball State University

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Muncie

    Convenient for IN residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Muncie site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Metabolically Healthy Obesity Study in Muncie

The investigators seek to better understand how a single high-fat meal impacts gut, immune, and vascular outcomes in individuals with "metabolically healthy obesity" (obesity and largely normal cardiometabolic profile) and "metabolically healthy normal-weight individuals." Second, the investigators seek to understand how a prebiotic fiber (inulin) impacts gut, immune, and vascular outcomes in individuals with "metabolically healthy obesity."

Sponsor: Ball State University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

18-55 years old.
BMI is 18.5-24.9 kg/m2 or \>30kg/m2 (part 1). BMI \> 30 kg/m2 (part 2)
Not pregnant or expecting to become pregnant (females only).
Not postmenopausal (females only).
Have 0-1 risk factors based on blood pressure, blood sugar, triglycerides, and HDL-cholesterol ("good cholesterol").
Have not been diagnosed with an advanced cardiometabolic condition (e.g., cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes).
Have not been diagnosed with a chronic inflammatory or gastrointestinal condition (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease).
Do not regularly take anti-inflammatory drugs (more than 2x week) or are able to temporarily suspend use of anti-inflammatory drugs three days prior to the study visit.
Have not taken antibiotics or probiotics in the last month.
Do not use lipid-lowering drugs (e.g., statins), glucose-lowering drugs (e.g., metformin), or anti-hypertensive drugs.
Do not use weight-loss drugs (e.g., Ozempic, Wegovy).
Have not had any surgery that alters the stomach/gastrointestinal tract (e.g., gastric sleeve, gastric bypass).
Do not use tobacco products or any illicit drugs.
Do not have a pacemaker.
Do not have dietary restrictions prohibiting consumption of the provided meal (e.g., vegan/vegetarian diets, gluten-free diet, relevant food allergies).
Able to stay in the supine position in the dark for at least 10 minutes (related to vascular measurements)

Exclusion Criteria

Not 18-55 years old.
BMI is not 18.5-24.9 kg/m2 or \>30kg/m2 (part 1). BMI is not \> 30 kg/m2 (part 2)
Pregnant or expecting to become pregnant (females only).
Postmenopausal (females only).
Do not have 0-1 risk factors based on blood pressure, blood sugar, triglycerides, and HDL-cholesterol ("good cholesterol").
Have been diagnosed with an advanced cardiometabolic condition (e.g., cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes).
Have been diagnosed with a chronic inflammatory or gastrointestinal condition (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease).
Regularly take anti-inflammatory drugs (more than 2x week) or are unable to temporarily suspend use of anti-inflammatory drugs three days prior to the study visit.
Have taken antibiotics or probiotics in the last month.
Use lipid-lowering drugs (e.g., statins), glucose-lowering drugs (e.g., metformin), or anti-hypertensive drugs.
Use weight-loss drugs (e.g., Ozempic, Wegovy).
Have had any surgery that alters the stomach/gastrointestinal tract (e.g., gastric sleeve, gastric bypass).
Use tobacco products or any illicit drugs.
Have a pacemaker.
Have dietary restrictions prohibiting consumption of the provided meal (e.g., vegan/vegetarian diets, gluten-free diet, relevant food allergies).
Not able to stay in the supine position in the dark for at least 10 minutes (related to vascular measurements)

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Muncie?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07559227) has an active research site in Muncie, IN that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Metabolically Healthy Obesity Treatment Options in Muncie, IN

If you're searching for metabolically healthy obesity treatment options in Muncie, IN, this clinical trial (NCT07559227) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Muncie research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced metabolically healthy obesity specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

Looking for more options? Browse all metabolically healthy obesity clinical trials near you to find additional studies recruiting in your area.

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