Impact of Tart Cherry Supplementation on Metabolic Syndrome
The purpose of this study is to look at the effects of taking a cherry supplement on inflammation, and health-related variables such as blood pressure, glucose regulation and sleep quality. To participate you must be 25-60 years old and fit the diagnostic criteria for metabolic syndrome (having at least 3 of the following:)
- Waist circumference greater than 40 inches (men) or greater than 35 inches (women)
- High blood pressure (greater than 130/80) or taking medication for high blood pressure
- High triglycerides (greater than 150 mg/dL) or low HDL (less than 40 for men, less than 50 for women)
- High fasting blood glucose (100-126 mg/dL) or diagnosed as pre-diabetic)
To take a pre-screen, visit https://ohio.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cCOvomyq7pFSA7j
Relationships between exercise and appetite in women with loss of control eating
We are recruiting women who exercise and have trouble controlling their eating for a four part research study. Compensation is provided. To see if you are eligible, complete the screen at tinyurl.com/exerstudy.