University Of Bath

This study investigates why a low-carb, high-fat (ketogenic) diet raises 'bad' cholesterol in some people but not others, and how it affects blood sugar. Twenty healthy adults will follow both a ketogenic diet and a standard diet for 24 hours, repeating each three times. The goal…

This study is testing whether adding a small amount of galactose (a type of sugar) to a meal can help control blood sugar spikes. Twenty-five healthy adults will drink a sugary solution with and without galactose, and researchers will track how their bodies process the sugar. The…

This study looks at how the timing of exercise affects the body's daily rhythms in muscle metabolism. Thirty healthy adults will stay in a lab for 36 hours, with constant feeding through a tube and regular muscle and blood samples. Some will cycle for an hour in the morning, some…

This study tests whether a smartphone app that gives personalized recipes and feedback can help adults aged 18-45 who eat few vegetables increase their intake. 315 participants will log meals and some will get tailored advice. The goal is to see if digital tools can improve eatin…

This study looks at whether taking vitamin C or ibuprofen before exercise stops the body from building a natural protection against muscle soreness. 52 healthy adults will do a stepping exercise and be tested for muscle function and recovery. The goal is to see if these common su…

This small pilot study aims to see how changing the balance of glucose and fructose in a drink affects how the body uses those sugars for energy during exercise. Ten endurance athletes will exercise for three hours while researchers measure their energy use. The results will help…