Texas A&m University

This study tested whether a special oral appliance called myTAP, combined with a mouth shield and deep dental cleaning, can reduce gum disease in people who snore and breathe through their mouth. 43 adults with mild to moderate gum disease completed the 12-week trial. The device …

This study looked at whether adding casein protein and leucine (an amino acid) to meals could help people with COPD and healthy older adults build more muscle. Weight loss and muscle loss are common in COPD and can make the disease worse. Researchers tested different meal combina…

This study tested whether giving low-income adults with high blood pressure free fruits and vegetables for 6 months could help lower their blood pressure. 104 participants from West Dallas, Texas received the produce prescription program. Researchers measured blood pressure chang…

This study looked at whether giving arginine supplements to breast cancer patients before surgery could help prevent muscle breakdown and improve recovery. Researchers enrolled 19 women with breast cancer or those having preventive mastectomy. The goal was to see if arginine coul…

This study tested whether a daily supplement containing milk protein, carbohydrates, and fish oil can help cancer patients on chemotherapy maintain muscle mass and weight. Researchers enrolled 31 participants and measured changes in protein synthesis and gut function over 10 week…

This study looked at whether a whey protein called alpha-lactalbumin, which is high in the amino acid tryptophan, could improve mood and thinking in healthy older adults with mild memory problems. 59 participants took part. The idea is that this protein might help the brain make …

This study tested whether a nutritional supplement with essential amino acids could help lung cancer patients who are losing weight build more protein in their bodies. 41 patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer took part. The goal was to see if this supplement could red…

This study looks at whether eating whole eggs (which contain cholesterol) helps people aged 50-69 gain more muscle from resistance training compared to eating only egg whites. Thirty-six participants will either do weight training or remain sedentary for 12 weeks while consuming …

This completed study looked at how the body processes certain amino acids in people with autism compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers gave participants a special infusion of stable isotopes to track metabolism, and also tested their thinking and mood. The goal was to find l…

This study looked at how healthy adults process a substance called ornithine phenylacetate (OP), which may help treat liver disease. Twenty volunteers aged 40-70 received special tracers and gave blood, urine, and muscle samples. The goal was to understand how OP is broken down i…

This study looked at whether eating beef every day for 30 days could improve thinking and visual skills in healthy young women. 80 women aged 18-40 took part, with one group eating beef and the other eating a plant-based protein. Researchers measured their performance on a 3D tra…

This study looked at how a short-term fiber supplement changes gut bacteria and metabolism in people with COPD compared to healthy older and younger adults. Researchers measured substances called short-chain fatty acids, which are made when gut bacteria break down fiber. The goal…

This study looks at how statins, common cholesterol-lowering drugs, affect the body's handling of a substance called HMB, which is linked to muscle health. Researchers will study 13 older adults (ages 65-80) who take statins, measuring HMB levels in blood and urine. The goal is t…

This study tested whether a special essential amino acid supplement (high in leucine) could help elderly patients with COPD build muscle protein better than a standard amino acid mixture. Thirty-four participants received a one-time dose of either supplement, and researchers meas…

This study tested whether a mobile app designed for pregnant women could improve their understanding of prenatal genetic testing. About 178 high-risk pregnant women used the app to learn about testing options. The goal was to see if the app helped them feel more confident and inf…

This study looked at how the body processes food before and after weight-loss (bariatric) surgery. Researchers used advanced tools to measure changes in genes, proteins, and metabolism in a small group of 7 people. The goal was to understand why some people lose more weight than …

This study looked at how a mix of home and in-person exercise sessions affects the body in people with chronic lung diseases like COPD and sleep apnea, as well as those recovering from COVID-19. The goal was to see if this program helps with muscle loss and fatigue. 72 adults age…

This study looked at whether a school program called Healthy School Recognized Campus can help reduce heart disease risk factors in children. Researchers measured things like belly fat, blood pressure, and blood sugar in 159 students from Texas elementary schools. The goal was to…

This study looked at how people with chronic heart failure or COPD process protein from meals. Researchers measured muscle building, body composition, and gut function in 90 adults aged 45 and older. The goal was to understand why muscle loss happens and how to design better diet…

This study looked at whether taking fish oil supplements (EPA and DHA) for four weeks could help people with COPD build more muscle when they eat protein. 64 adults with moderate to severe COPD took part. Researchers measured muscle protein building using special isotope methods …

This study aims to create new methods to measure how well the gut digests and absorbs fats, proteins, and sugars in people with cystic fibrosis (CF). Poor digestion is a major cause of malnutrition in CF, leading to muscle weakness and worse health. The researchers will test thes…

This study looked at whether nutrients in eggs, like omega-3 fatty acids, can improve visual thinking in healthy adults aged 50 to 75. Over 100 participants ate different amounts of eggs or no eggs for two weeks, then took a 3D brain game test. Researchers measured blood nutrient…

This study looked at how the body handles short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) in people with COPD compared to healthy adults. Researchers measured SCFA metabolism and body composition in 63 participants. The goal was to understand if SCFA production is lower in COPD, which could affe…