Milkshake study reveals hidden effects of processed foods on brain and body
NCT ID NCT04659850
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at how advanced glycation end products (AGEs) found in processed foods like whey protein affect metabolism and memory. Twenty-four healthy, sedentary adults (young and older) drank milkshakes with high or low AGEs and fat. Researchers measured blood markers and cognitive performance to see if AGEs have short-term effects. The goal is to understand how these common food compounds might influence health.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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24 people
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- Started
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Nov 2017
- Finished
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Jul 2022
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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- Ages
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18 to 75 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Heathy * Sedentary * 18-30 or * 55-75 Exclusion Criteria: * diagnosed type 2 diabetes, * CVD * history of neurological abnormalities * current psycho-active medication * current anti-inflammatory medication * Current glucose lowering medication
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University of Aberdeen Rowett Institute of Nutrition and Health
Aberdeen, Scotland, AB252ZD, United Kingdom
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