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A Short Term Evaluation of a Structured Weight Loss Plan in Overweight and Obese Adults
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating "Grab-and-Go" meal plan and "Jump-Start" meal plan for Metabolic Syndrome. Completed, enrolled 20 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The present study is designed to examine the effect of changes in body weight and related parameters associated with a commercially-available, low-carbohydrate diet plan. A parameter proposed to be studied here is the impact of fructose restriction and weight loss on serum uric acid concentrations and arterial stiffness.
Study Details
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Interventions
The "Grab-and-Go" meal plan will provide Atkins shakes and bars for breakfast, lunch, and snacks. For dinner, the participant will receive a freshly-prepared meal. There will be no difference in terms of calories or nutrient composition between "Grab-and-Go" meal plan versus "Jump-Start" meal plan. The amount of weight loss caused by these two meal plans is not expected to differ.
The "Jump-Start" plan will provide Atkins frozen meals at breakfast, lunch and dinner and these meals will be supplemented with fresh salads and vegetables. There will be no difference in terms of calories or nutrient composition between "Grab-and-Go" meal plan versus "Jump-Start" meal plan. The amount of weight loss caused by these two meal plans is not expected to differ.