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Plant-Based Diet for Weight Loss
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Led By Vanita J Rahman, MD
Research Sponsored by Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
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Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up change from baseline to 12 weeks
Awards & highlights
Study Summary
This trial will test a plant-based weight-loss program to see if it is effective and can be implemented in an office setting.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for men and women over 18 who want to lose weight and may have conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, or lipid disorders. Participants should not be using recreational drugs, pregnant, or planning pregnancy during the study. They must speak English fluently and commit to the study's requirements without changing their current medication.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial is testing a low-fat plant-based diet in an office setting for 12 weeks to see if it's practical and effective. It will measure changes in body weight, blood pressure, cholesterol levels (plasma lipids), blood sugar control (glycated hemoglobin), and body composition.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
A plant-based diet is generally safe but can lead to changes in bowel habits such as increased stool frequency or bloating initially. Nutrient deficiencies are possible if the diet isn't well-planned.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ change from baseline to 12 weeks
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~change from baseline to 12 weeks
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Weight loss
Secondary outcome measures
Blood pressure
Body Composition
Plasma cholesterol and triacylglycerol concentrations
+1 moreTrial Design
1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Low-fat plant-based dietExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
For 12 weeks, participants will follow a diet comprised of whole grains, vegetables, legumes, and fruits, with no restriction on energy intake. Animal products and added oils will be excluded. Except for light refreshments and tastings at the group sessions, no meals will be provided. Participants will handle their own food preparation and purchases, with guidance from the education team, with no restriction on energy intake.
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Physicians Committee for Responsible MedicineLead Sponsor
29 Previous Clinical Trials
2,550 Total Patients Enrolled
1 Trials studying Diabetes
292 Patients Enrolled for Diabetes
Vanita J Rahman, MDPrincipal InvestigatorPhysicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- You have used drugs for fun in the last 6 months.I do not have any unstable medical or mental health conditions.I am not fluent in English.I am 18 years old or older.You are not able to continue taking your current medications as prescribed.I am willing and able to follow all study requirements.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Low-fat plant-based diet
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Are there any vacancies left for participants in this experiment?
"According to the data provided on clinicaltrials.gov, this experiment has ceased recruiting new patients since September 27th 2022; though there are 1,649 other trials currently enrolling individuals. The trial was first revealed on August 30th 2019."
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Who else is applying?
What site did they apply to?
Barnard Medical Center
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria
Why did patients apply to this trial?
I am hoping this medical trial help with my medical condition.
PatientReceived no prior treatments
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