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ARS Home Plains Area Grand Forks, North Dakota Grand Forks Human Nutrition Research Center Docs Nutrition Studies







Impact of eating beans on metabolismheadline bar **Impact of eating beans on metabolism**    **Why are we doing this study?** The purpose of this research is to test how eating a meal containing beans impacts how your body uses food for energy. **Who is eligible for this study?** A U.S. citizen who is at least 19 years of age
Is not considered underweight or obese based on your height and weight
Do not have any significant health conditions
Do not smoke or use other tobacco products, including e-cigarettes
Do not take steroid-based medications
Not planning to or currently attempting to gain or lose weight
All premenopausal females must be on birth control for a minimum of 3 months prior to start of study
Must be able to stay at the Grand Forks Human Nutrition Center (GFHNRC) for 24 hours on 3 separate occasions **What is required of me for this study?** Coming to the GFHNRC for an information/consenting meeting, a screening visit, and 3 study visits
Eat a research specific diet for 3 days before each study visit (all foods and drinks will be provided)
Staying in our metabolic room for 24 hours on 3 separate occasions
Eat meals containing beans or bean products while in the metabolic room
Collect all your urine while in the metabolic room **Will I get compensated for my time?** You will be paid for being in this research study. After you finish the study, you will be given a choice of $580 or getting a membership to Choice Health and Fitness. For the Choice Health and Fitness Membership you have the choice of either a 10-month individual membership or a 7-month family membership. **Important Information for Non-US Citizens** Please be aware, compensation is offered for study participation. If you are not a United States citizen, you should check your documentation to make sure you can receive money from a non-University source without jeopardizing your status in the United States. **Who can I contact about this study?** Applications are online at: https://usdaars.gov1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7Qy8xsFs8VXTlNY If you have questions, please call 701-795-8396 or email gfhnrc-recruit@ars.usda.gov


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