Effects of Yellow Flesh Potatoes on Carotenoid Status
University of Florida
Summary
This study will assess the effects of daily intake of yellow and white potatoes on plasma lutein and zeaxanthin concentrations. Skin carotenoid levels will be assessed using the Veggie Meter.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18–80 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults ≥ 18 years of age * Able to provide written consent in English * Baseline Veggie Meter score of ≤ 300 * Willing to adhere to study procedures Exclusion Criteria: * Baseline Veggie Meter score of \>300 * Potato allergy * Previously or currently being treated for intestinal disease, including irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, celiac disease, or gastrointestinal cancer * Previous gastrointestinal surgery (e.g., gastric bypass, fundoplication, bowel resection) * Current cancer treatment * Current pregnancy; Vegetarian diet * Elite athlet…
Interventions
- OtherYellow-flesh potatoes
Participants will consume 250 g daily of yellow-flesh potatoes.
- OtherWhite-flesh potatoes
Participants will consume 250 g daily of white-flesh potatoes.
Location
- University of FloridaGainesville, Florida