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Pea vs. whey: which protein boosts metabolism best?

NCT ID NCT06045611

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Örebro University, Sweden Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at how different proteins—from peas, whey, and faba beans—affect metabolism in 28 healthy women aged 18-45. Participants drank protein shakes on separate days, and researchers measured growth hormone and other markers in their blood. The goal is to understand which protein sources have the strongest effects on metabolism.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Isolated pea, whey, and faba bean proteins
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help people choose proteins that best support metabolism and growth hormone release.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study in healthy women only. Results may not apply to other groups or lead to direct health advice.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

28 people

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Started

Oct 2023

Finished

Oct 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 45 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Females * Age: 18-45 years * Body mass index: 18.5 \< 25 kg/m2 * Signed informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Use of hormonal contraceptives * Pregnancy or breastfeeding * Diabetes mellitus or any other metabolic disease that might affect the results of this study * Gastric surgery that affects digestion and uptake of protein * Any clinically significant present or past disease/condition and medication which in the investigator's opinion could interfere with the results of the trial

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  • Örebro University

    Örebro, 70182, Sweden

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