Effects of Lean Pork Loin Intake on Protein Homeostasis and Glucose Regulation in Prediabetic Adults
University of Arkansas
Summary
We will be directly comparing a high-quality protein diet composed primarily of lean pork loin (PORK) to a lower-quality plant-based protein diet (PLANT) in individuals with prediabetes on muscle and whole-body protein turnover and glucose regulation.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 40–65 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * 1\. Males and females ages 40-65 years. * 2\. BMI 25 to ≤40 kg/m2 (or body fat % ≥25% in males or ≥36% in females) * 3\. Capable of providing informed consent. * 4\. COVID-19 negative and/or asymptomatic. * 5\. Willing to abstain from drinking alcohol or consuming marijuana and CBD products during the 4-day study meal period * 6\. HbA1c: 5.7-6.4% or fasting glucose 100-125 mg/dL Exclusion Criteria: * 1\. Participant who does not/will not eat animal protein sources. * 2\. Allergy to wheat, soy, or common ingredients in plant-based protein products. * 3\. Body mass index…
Interventions
- OtherLean Pork vs Plant-Based Protein
Participants will eat prepared study meals for three days that have either protein sourced from lean pork or plant-based sources.
Location
- University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLittle Rock, Arkansas