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/Department of Nutritional Sciences at 9173404141/bruno.lemos@uconn.edu