Pennington Biomedical Research Center seeks volunteers for metabolism study
Study focuses on energy intake, expenditure and biological responses that influence body weight
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Researchers at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center are asking for volunteers to take part in a new study aimed at helping experts better understand metabolism, obesity and weight management.
The research focuses on how energy intake, energy expenditure and the body’s biological responses work together to influence body weight. Researchers say the findings could add to what scientists know about metabolism and could help inform future approaches to preventing and treating obesity.
What participation looks like
The study lasts about a month and includes one screening visit and three to four additional visits.
During the inpatient portion, participants would be admitted for about five days and closely monitored in an inpatient metabolic room. That stay includes a supervised 48-hour fast, followed by a 48-hour liquid diet phase. Researchers will measure energy intake and energy expenditure throughout the process.
Participants will also complete questionnaires about sleep, appetite, food preferences and lifestyle factors. They will complete standard screening tests, including HIV and pregnancy testing.
Other study procedures
As part of the study, researchers will collect medical history, measure height and weight and assess body composition using a DXA scan. There is also a diet component that includes eating only foods provided by the research team for a short period at home.
Who can volunteer
Researchers say participants must be 18 to 40 years old and have a body mass index below 20 or higher than 30. Participants must be willing to complete the inpatient admission of about five days. Participants must also have body weight stability for the past two months. Female participants must have a regular menstrual cycle during the last six months and have never given birth. Volunteers can not have any diseases that affect your body’s energy balance.
Compensation
Eligible participants will receive close medical supervision throughout the study. Those who complete the study can receive up to $1,500 in compensation.
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