Butter vs. avocado? study pits corn oil against avocado oil for heart health

NCT ID NCT07514663

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares how corn oil and avocado oil affect cholesterol levels in people with mildly to moderately high non-HDL cholesterol. Over 54 participants will follow a controlled diet for 21 days with each oil, separated by a 21-day break. The goal is to see which oil improves cholesterol profiles more.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

corn oil and avocado oil

What this could lead to

If one oil proves better, it could point to a simple dietary change to help manage cholesterol.

What could go wrong

This is a small, short-term feeding study (54 people, 21 days per oil). Results may not apply to real-world diets or long-term health.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Hypercholesterolemia hyperlipidemia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Biofortis Clinical Research

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    Addison, Illinois, 60101, United States

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