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Chardonnay Marc for Gut and Heart Health

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Research Sponsored by University of California, Davis
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Postmenopausal female, with a cessation of menses for at least 2 years
45-70 years of age
Must not have
Self-reported use of daily anticoagulation agents including aspirin, NSAIDs
Prescription medications and supplements, except for a 6 month stable dose of thyroid medications
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 12 weeks
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Summary

This trial looks at how adding Chardonnay Marc powder to your daily diet can improve gut and heart health. Chardonnay Marc is rich in flavanols, which can also be found

Who is the study for?
This trial is for individuals with conditions like obesity, metabolic syndrome, or at risk of heart disease. Participants should be interested in testing whether adding Chardonnay Marc (grape skins and seeds) to their diet can improve gut and heart health.
What is being tested?
The study tests the effects of daily Chardonnay Marc powder on gut and cardiometabolic health. It aims to gather initial data on how this flavanol-rich food influences markers related to these areas.
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects are not specified but may include digestive changes due to increased fiber intake from the Chardonnay Marc.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I am a postmenopausal woman who has not had a period for at least 2 years.
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I am between 45 and 70 years old.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:
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I take daily medication to thin my blood, including aspirin or NSAIDs.
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My prescription medications and supplements have been stable, except for thyroid meds.
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I limit my physical activities because of a long-term health issue.
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I have heart disease or diabetes.
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I was diagnosed with cancer within the last 5 years.
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I have a gastrointestinal disorder, but I've only had my appendix removed.
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I do not smoke in any form, including vaping and cannabis.
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I have peripheral artery disease or Raynaud's.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~12 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 12 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Microvascular function
Secondary outcome measures
Cytokines
Gene expression
Metabolomics
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Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Chardonnay Marc Intake Level 2Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Daily intake of Chardonnay marc at 4.5 g
Group II: Chardonnay Marc Intake Level 1Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Daily intake of Chardonnay marc at 1.5 g

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Who is running the clinical trial?

University of California, DavisLead Sponsor
928 Previous Clinical Trials
4,721,013 Total Patients Enrolled
31 Trials studying Obesity
33,674 Patients Enrolled for Obesity
~2 spots leftby Dec 2024