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Effect of Lemon Juice and Apple Cider Vinegar on Postprandial Blood Glucose and Satiety in Healthy Individuals
Led by Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University · Updated on 2026-05-04
15
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
8 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This clinical study aims to examine how acidic drinks (lemon juice and apple cider vinegar) affect blood sugar when consumed with a starchy food. The study focuses on healthy individuals and aims to understand whether these drinks can slow the rise in blood sugar after meals and affect feelings of fullness. The main questions this study aims to answer are: Do lemon juice or apple cider vinegar lower the rise in blood sugar after a meal? Do these drinks increase feelings of fullness? Do different amounts change their effects? Researchers will compare lemon juice and apple cider vinegar to see which one is more effective. Participants will: Consume white bread in the morning on an empty stomach with one of the following drinks: Water only Water with lemon juice (50 g or 100 g) Water with apple cider vinegar (10 g or 20 g) Have a one-week break between each test. Have their blood sugar measured at regular intervals for 3 hours after eating. Report their level of fullness using a simple scale. This study explores whether simple and practical dietary choices can help manage blood sugar levels. The findings may support new, easy-to-apply nutrition strategies for managing diabetes and weight.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Effect of Lemon Juice and Apple Cider Vinegar on Postprandial Blood Glucose and Satiety in Healthy Individuals
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Healthy male and female volunteers aged 18-35 years
- Body Mass Index (BMI) between 18.5 and 25.0 kg/m²
- Willingness to provide written informed consent
- Ability to comply with study procedures and fasting requirements
- No history of chronic metabolic, gastrointestinal, or endocrine diseases
You will not qualify if you...
- Presence of any chronic disease (e.g., diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular disease, gastrointestinal disorders)
- Food allergies or intolerances to study foods (white bread, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar)
- BMI less than 18.5 or greater than 25.0 kg/m²
- Regular participation in high-intensity physical activity (≥5 days/week)
- Current or recent (past 3 months) smoking or smoking cessation
- Use of any medication or supplements affecting glucose metabolism
- History of eating disorders
- Pregnancy, lactation, or menopause
- Female participants currently in menstruation period (testing will be postponed during menstruation days)
- Alcohol consumption within 24 hours prior to testing days
- Caffeine intake or major dietary changes on the day before testing
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University
Alanya, Antalya, Turkey (Türkiye), 07400
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Research Team
E
Ezgi Toptaş Bıyıklı, Assistant Professor
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
CROSSOVER
Primary Purpose
OTHER
Number of Arms
5
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