Join our EAT2 Research Study!
Researchers at LSU's Pennington Biomedical Research Center are observing the changes that occur in fat tissue as a result of weight gain and loss and its effects on one's health.
Conducted in Baton Rouge, LA
Compensation
Provided
Provided
BMI of 23-35 kg/m2
18 - 42
Years Old
Years Old
Fast Facts
Study Background It is common for people to undergo periods of weight cycling (gain and loss); however, the effects of gaining a few pounds, even if the weight is shed thereafter, on the body and health are not known. The ability to expand and change the fat tissue during weight cycling is important for health. This study will look at the changes that occur in the fat tissue as a result of short-term weight gain and weight loss and the effects on health outcomes. Once enrolled, participants will be randomly assigned to either a control (weight stable) or overfeeding group. Those in the overfeeding group will partake in an 8-week overfeeding (weight gain) intervention, followed by a weight loss component. Individuals in the control group will remain weight stable during the study. (This study requires 2 overnight stays in the Pennington Biomedical Inpatient Unit.) Your participation in this study may help improve researchers' understanding of how weight cycling can impact your fat tissue and health. You can be compensated up to $1255. Contribute to research, and join our EAT2 study today! |
Additional Information
The EAT2 research study will look at the changes in fat tissue due to weight gain and weight loss and the effects this has on one's health.
You may be able to participate if you meet the following criteria:
- 18-42 years old
- Man or pre-menopausal woman
- BMI of 23-35 kg/m2
- Not a regular/daily smoker
- Not pregnant or planning to become pregnant (if applicable)
- No major organ diseases
- No diagnosed psychotic conditions
- No diagnosis of Type 1 or 2 diabetes
- No cancer in the past 5 years
Total participation lasts about 9 months. Once enrolled, participants will be randomly assigned to either a control (weight stable) or overfeeding group. Those in the overfeeding group will partake in an 8-week overfeeding (weight gain) intervention, followed by a weight loss component. Individuals in the control group will remain weight stable during the study.
Study procedures include:
Study procedures include:
- 1 screening visit and 11 study visits
- Blood draws
- Drinking doubly labeled water to measure the number of calories burned
- Drinking heavy water to study the fat cells
- Dietary intervention
- Fat biopsies
- DXA scans (to measure the amount of fat, muscle, and bone in the body)
- MRI and MRS scans (to measure the amount of fat in the abdomen and in the liver)
- Insulin Sensitivity Test
- Overnight stays at PBRC on 2 occasions
You will be compensated up to $1,255 for your participation.
There is no cost for you to participate in this research study.