Body Composition
Conditions
Keywords
Obesity, Cinnamon, Body Mass Index, Body Fat Mass, Percent Body Fat, Skeletal Muscle Mass, Waist-to-hip Ratio
Brief summary
Obesity is a global health concern that significantly affects individuals, and its prevalence is still rising at an alarming rate. While various treatments are available, they often come with unwanted side effects. As a result, there is a growing interest in natural remedies including various herbs and spices such as cinnamon that have a favorable impact on overall health and disease conditions.
Detailed description
Obesity is a global health concern that significantly affects individuals, and its prevalence is still rising at an alarming rate. Pakistan is also experiencing an increasing prevalence of obesity, resulting in elevated morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. While various treatments are available, they often come with negative side effects that can reduce a patient's quality of life. Correspondingly, natural remedies have a kindle appeal that can enhance overall health and well-being. In Pakistani culture, natural condiments have been used for their health and therapeutic benefits. Cinnamon, an ancient spice commonly found in various regions, contains active ingredients that offer several health benefits. However, there is limited scientific data regarding the effects of cinnamon on body composition, especially among obese university students in Pakistan. Therefore, the current study aims to investigate the potential outcome of orally consuming cinnamon for weight management in obese university students in Pakistan. As a result, the study may provide effective evidence-based strategies for maintaining healthy body weight and exploring the potential use of cinnamon as a natural treatment option.
Interventions
DIETARY_SUPPLEMENTCinnamon Capsules
The intervention consists of four cinnamon capsules (each 1.5 grams, totaling 3 grams) a day, with two with breakfast and two with dinner for 60 days
Sponsors
University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore - Pakistan
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE (Subject)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 28 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* Obese individuals (≥ 25 kg/m\^2) * University students of all disciplines * Participants of 18-28 years * Both male and female
Exclusion criteria
* Morbid obesity (BMI ≥30 kg/m\^2) * Disease conditions (such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, hypertension, renal disease, hypothyroidism, and hyperthyroidism)
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Waist-to-hip ratio | 60 days | The waist-to-hip ratio will be assessment before and after intervention with cinnamon powder capsules for 60 days. |
| Body weight | 60 days | Body weight (Kg) will be assessed before and after intervention with cinnamon powder capsules for 60 days. |
| Skeletal muscle mass (SMM) | 60 days | Skeletal muscle mass (Kg) will be assessed before and after intervention with cinnamon powder capsules for 60 days. |
| Body fat mass | 60 days | Body fat mass (Kg) will be assessed before and after intervention with cinnamon powder capsules for 60 days. |
| Body mass index (BMI) | 60 days | Body mass index (Kg/m\^2) will be assessed before and after intervention with cinnamon powder capsules for 60 days. |
| Percent body fat (PBF) | 60 days | Percent body fat (%) will be assessed before and after intervention with cinnamon powder capsules for 60 days. |
Countries
Pakistan
Contacts
Primary ContactAyesha Tariq Sindhu, BSc (Hons) Nutrition
Outcome results
None listed