NCT06133101 · Marialena Mouzaki
Impact of Soymilk on Liver Disease Severity of Children With Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
What this study is about
A randomly assigned, controlled study of standard soy milk consumption compared to 2% fat cow's milk consumption in children with Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). The investigators hypothesize that the daily consumption of soy isoflavones found in the soy milk will be beneficial in reducing NAFLD and other obesity-related comorbidities.
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A randomized, controlled study of standard soy milk consumption compared to 2% fat cow's milk consumption in children with Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). The investigators hypothesize that the daily consumption of soy isoflavones found in the soy milk will be beneficial in reducing NAFLD and other obesity-related comorbidities. The investigators do not expect any adverse endocrine or metabolomic effects from the consumption of soy isoflavones.
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- Children with overweight/obesity
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and an MRI PDFF \>10%
- Known NAFLD or elevated ALT for sex (\>22 for females and \>26 for males)
Exclusion criteria
- MRI-PDFF \<10%
- Baseline habitual (\>3 days per week) consumption of soy foods
- Allergy to soy or cow's milk protein
- Inability to undergo MRI
- Recent (past 8 weeks) antibiotic exposure
- Treatment for existing endocrine disorders
Where
- Cincinnati, Ohio
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Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Aug 20, 2024 · Source of record for eligibility and locations