Microbiomes of Garden-fresh vs Store-bought Produce and Variation in Their Effects on the Human Gut Microbiome

University of Oregon

Summary

The purpose of this research is to explore what types of microbes are present on garden-fresh versus store-bought fruits and vegetables, as well as how they might affect the human gut microbiome.

Eligibility

Age range: 18–45 years
Sex: All
Healthy volunteers: Yes

Detailed criteria

Inclusion Criteria: \- Exclusion Criteria: * Body mass index (BMI) greater than or equal to 35 or less than or equal to 18. * Age under 18 or over 45. * Female who is pregnant or lactating. * Irregular bowel movements and/or stool consistency. * Plans to travel, move residences, or other major life change during the study period (August-October 2023). * Unable to speak, read, and write English. * Use of any of the following drugs within the last 6 months: * systemic antibiotics, antifungals, antivirals or antiparasitics (intravenous, intramuscular, or oral); * oral, intravenous, intramuscul…

Interventions

Other
Garden-fresh Produce
Participants are asked to consume the USDA-recommended amounts of fruits and vegetables harvested from their gardens.
Other
Supermarket Produce
Participants are asked to consume the USDA-recommended amounts of fruits and vegetables purchased from a supermarket.

Location

Institute for Health in the Built Environment, University of Oregon
Eugene, Oregon
gwynhwyf@uoregon.edu 541-346-4694

Microbiomes of Garden-fresh vs Store-bought Produce and Variation in Their Effects on the Human Gut Microbiome

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Interventions

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