Pistachio Study

Purpose:

This is a nutritional study examining the effect of evening pistachio consumption on blood sugar levels, gut health and other health outcomes related to heart disease and diabetes.

Procedures and Compensation:

• Two 12-week treatment periods with a minimum 4-week break between the test periods.
• We will provide you with 2 oz. of pistachios or a list of recommended foods to consume each day in the evening (i.e. after dinner and before sleeping).
• Measurements of blood markers (sugar, insulin, cholesterol), gut health, blood pressure, and vascular health, at the start and end of each treatment period.
• $510 compensation.
• Lab results provided at no cost

You may qualify if you meet the following criteria:

• 30-75 years old
• BMI 25-45kg/m2
• Non-smoker
• Not taking anti-hypertensive, lipid lowering, glucose lowering drugs, steroids, or antibiotics
• Free heart disease, stroke, kidney or liver disease

INTERESTED?

Please call 1-866 778 3438 or email psudiet@gmail.com, mention the Pistachio study, and leave your name and number.

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This research study is being conducted by Dr. Penny Kris-Etherton and Dr. Kristina Petersen from the Department of Nutritional Sciences and has been approved by the Institutional Review Board of the Pennsylvania State University.