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ONGOING STUDIES - LAST REVISED 08/03/22

Greens and Reds!

Not Eating Your Fruits and Vegetables?  

Everyone knows eating fruits and vegetables is part of a healthy diet. Fruits and vegetables supply key antioxidants, fiber, and other nutrients that help promote cardiovascular and metabolic health. Sadly, up to 90% of adults in the US do not eat the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables! 


The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of a powdered dietary supplement that supplies the recommended daily amounts of fruits and vegetables on digestive health, energy, mood, and other key markers of health and wellness. 


The Center for Applied Health Sciences is looking for 40 men and women (18-55 yr) to complete the study. Qualified participants will receive up to $400 in compensation for their time and successful completion of the study. 

Anti-Aging!

Aging is inevitable and associated with many concomitant conditions and decline in functional capacity (i.e., cardiovascular, cardiorespiratory, metabolic, and neurodegenerative challenges).  Through aging a loss of muscle mass disrupts our metabolism and leads to an energy imbalance.  Part of the reduction in metabolism stems from a loss of Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide (NAD) which helps our cells transfer and produce energy via adenosine triphosphate (ATP). Hence, NAD is essential to various biological processes such as metabolism, DNA repair, and gene expression.  Specifically, NAD plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity of neural cells and may help improve glucose metabolism, improve muscle, and improve the cellular machinery used to produce energy.  


The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of a dietary supplement for healthy aging on standard blood chemistries and subjective markers of health and wellness. 


The Center for Applied Health Sciences is looking for 40 men and women (50-75 yr) to complete the study. Qualified participants will receive up to $400 in compensation for their time and successful completion of the study. 

Mens Gut Health!

Probiotics are beneficial bacteria and yeast that reside primarily in the gastro intestinal tract. Probiotics are also found in supplement form as well as in certain foods (e.g., yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, and kimchi). Previous research studies suggest that certain probiotics may have health benefits including improved digestive health, enhanced immune function, and mental health. Different strains of probiotics have different effects on the body; thus, blends of probiotics may be beneficial to overall health and the gut microbiome balance.​   


The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of oral supplementation with a single probiotic or a blend of probiotics on improving gastrointestinal symptoms, immune function, antioxidant status, mood, stress, and changes in the microbiome structure.  


 ​The Center for Applied Health Sciences is looking for 20 healthy men (30-55 yr) to complete the study. Qualified participants will receive up to $400 in compensation for their time and successful completion of the study. 

Muscle Pump!


Many consumers choose pre-workout supplements attempting to promote a better muscle ‘pump’.  A popular component in many pre-workout products are substances that promote nitric oxide production and subsequently blood vessel vasodilation.  These ‘pump’ ingredient may increase exercise capacity by decreasing muscular fatigue, improving energy production efficiency, and decrease muscular damage after exercise.  


The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of 3D PUMP BREAKTHROUGH® vs. citrulline on changes in body fluid shifts, muscle size, hydration, muscular endurance, inflammation, and recovery.  After ingesting each product, subjects will perform a short aerobic exercise bout in the heat followed by a resistance training bout designed to induce a muscular pump. Various measurements will be taken before, during and after the exercise bout to assess potential differences between the two nutritional products.    


The Center for Applied Health Sciences is actively recruiting 30 moderately active men and women (18-55 yr) to complete the study. Qualified participants will receive up to $500 in compensation for their time and successful completion of the study.

Pea Protein + Probiotic Study

More consumers are consuming plant-based diets in an attempt to promote health and wellness. Although it has been well established that isolated plant proteins are not as effective as animal proteins for promoting gains in strength and lean mass, one strategy that has recently been used successfully to boost the effectiveness of plant protein is to combine different types of plant proteins to improve the overall amino acid profile. Another approach has been to combine plant proteins with various probiotics that might improve protein absorption.   


  The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of combining a plant protein with probiotics on changes in plant protein absorption, biomarkers of muscle damage and recovery, gastrointestinal symptoms (abdominal bloating, abdominal discomfort, etc.) and changes in the microbiome structure of the GI tract. Subjects will take a daily protein supplement (15 grams of pea protein or 15 g of pea protein + probiotics) for 4 weeks, have a 1-week washout period (i.e. meaning they will not take either supplement), and then take the opposite protein supplement for an additional 4 weeks. After each 4-week supplementation period, subjects will undergo an exercise bout designed to induce muscle soreness. Various measurements will be taken before, during and after the exercise bout to assess potential differences between the two protein supplements.   ​  


The Center for Applied Health Sciences is actively recruiting 40 healthy men (18-55 yr) to complete the study. Qualified participants will receive up to $1000 in compensation for their time and successful completion of the study.    

Liver Health!

Chronic, excess dietary intake of sugar and fat leads to a host of health problems, including: obesity, systemic inflammation, lipid abnormalities, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. Some over-the-counter dietary supplements have bioactive ingredients that might help the body digest and absorb food more efficiently and improve liver function, ultimately enhancing biomarkers of metabolic health and wellness.

The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of a unique dietary supplement derived from black pepper on body weight, waist circumference, blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol levels, and other markers of health and wellness.

The Center for Applied Health Sciences is looking for 94 men and women (21-65 yr) to complete the study. Qualified participants will receive up to $600 in compensation for their time and successful completion of the study.

Gastrointestinal Health!

  

Prebiotics are special plant fibers that help healthy bacteria grow in your gut. This makes your digestive system work better. In contrast to PRObiotics (which contain live organisms, usually specific strains of bacteria that directly add to the population of healthy microbes in your gut), PREbiotics are basically fiber(s) your body can’t digest. After they are ingested, prebiotics travel to your lower digestive tract, where they act like fertilizer to help the healthy bacteria grow. 


Previous research studies suggests that certain prebiotics may have health benefits including improvements in blood lipids (cholesterol levels), immune function, and self-reported vitality and happiness. The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of oral supplementation with PRENEXOS™, the only organically farmed and U.S.-produced, non-GMO, prebiotic on the market on improving gastrointestinal symptoms, blood glucose, and cholesterol levels. 


The Center for Applied Health Sciences is looking for men and women (25-65 yr) to complete the study. Qualified participants will receive up to $400 in compensation for their time and successful completion of the study.

Metabolic Syndrome study!

Chromium is a mineral responsible for a variety of functions in our daily health maintenance. The mineral can be found throughout a variety of dairy, meats and carbohydrates. Chromium plays a pivotal role in insulin secretion, making it far more prominent in blood sugar maintenance. Chromium's role in anabolic muscle growth in concert to the breakdown of fat is an actively researched characteristic of the mineral.


The Center for Applied Health Sciences is looking for 60 men and women (26-65yr) to complete the study. Qualified participants will receive up to $600 in compensation for their time and successful completion of the study.

Bone Density!

Osteoporosis is the imbalance of bone growth and breakdown, and it is quite common in America.  According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation: Approximately 10 million Americans have osteoporosis and another 44 million have low bone density, placing them at increased risk. This means that half of all adults aged 50 and older are at risk of breaking a bone and should be concerned about bone health.”Osteoporosis can be unassuming as you neglect to sense your bones becoming progressively weaker; however, you may notice a loss in height or a greater curvature in your spine.  Bone loss in post-menopausal women is mainly due to estrogen deficiency which is a key regulator in bone growth and loss.  Bone morphogenetic proteins (BMPs) have shown to stimulate stem cells to form new cartilage and bone tissue.  This naturally derived complex (i.e., BMPs) may lead to reduced inflammation, decreased stiffness, increased mobility, stronger cartilage, and improved joint integrity.


The purpose of this study is to understand the impact and benefits of Ostinol™, a naturally occurring supplement containing BMPs, above and beyond a vitamin D/calcium/magnesium/vitamin C treatment, on bone health in post-menopausal women.


The Center for Applied Health Sciences is looking for 70 post-menopausal women (up to the age of 70) to complete the study.  Qualified participants will receive up to $1,200 in compensation for their time and successful completion of the study.

Joint Health!

Deterioration of cartilage and/or bone typically results in inflammation and joint pain.  Over time, this can lead to joint stiffness and poor joint mobility.  Several dietary supplements claim to help reduce the signs and symptoms of joint pain.  Bone morphogenetic proteins (BMPs) have shown to stimulate cartilage and bone growth through osteoinductive properties.  This naturally derived complex (i.e.., BMPs) may help reduce inflammation, decrease stiffness, increase mobility, and/or help preserve the joint architecture as we age or recover from an injury.


The purpose of this study is to understand the impact and potential benefits of Ostinol™, a naturally occurring osteoinductive supplement containing BMPs on joint health, comfort, and function in people with mild to moderate pain, stiffness, and/or inflammation in hip and/or knee joints.


The Center for Applied Health Sciences is looking for 50 men and women (18-65yr) to complete the study. Qualified participants will receive up to $750 in compensation for their time and successful completion of the study.

Plant Protein VS Whey Protein!

An Incredible comparison between Industry leading protein and upcoming alternatives! 


The purpose of this Study is to compare a plant-based protein's effect on muscle endurance, muscle strength and muscle power.


The Center for Applied Health Sciences is looking for 25 men and women (18-65yr) to complete the study. Qualified participants will receive up to $800 in compensation for their time and successful completion of the study.

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