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  • Human Subjects Needed - Dietary Supplement

    The Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Connecticut is seeking men and women to participate in a 27-week intervention examining the effects of TA-65, a dietary supplement, on insulin resistance and blood glucose

     

    Eligibility for the study requires men and women who are:

    • Between 32 and 70 years
    • With metabolic syndrome (have ≥ 3 of the following characteristics): high blood pressure, high plasma triglycerides, high fasting glucose, low HDL or high waist circumference
    • No history of diabetes, liver disease, renal disease or heart disease
    • Not taking glucose-lowering medications

    Benefits of participating: 

    • Free cholesterol testing and other lab results 
    • You will be compensated for your time ($350 for full participation)

    To inquire about participating in the study contact:

     

    Maria Luz Fernandez, Principal Investigator: 860-486-5547 

    Email: maria-luz.fernandez@uconn.edu or 

     

    Diana: Graduate Assistant 860-486-3633 

    Email: uconnTA65@gmail.com

    This research study was approved by the UConn IRB, Protocol # H14-278  
     
    For more information, contact: Bruno Lemos/ Nutritional Sciences at 9173404141/ bruno.lemos@uconn.edu