Effect of Cinnamon Powder Capsules on Body Composition

December 6, 2023 updated by: Muhammad Shahbaz, University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore - Pakistan

Investigating the Impact of Consuming Cinnamon Powder on the Body Composition Among Obese University Students in Lahore

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.

Study Overview

Status

Recruiting

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

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.

Study Type

Interventional

Enrollment (Estimated)

54

Phase

  • Not Applicable

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Contact

Study Locations

  • Pakistan
    • Punjab
      • Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan, 54000
        • Recruiting
        • University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore - Pakistan
        • Contact:

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

  • Adult

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Description

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)

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Primary Purpose: Treatment
  • Allocation: Randomized
  • Interventional Model: Parallel Assignment
  • Masking: Single

Arms and Interventions

Participant Group / Arm
Intervention / Treatment
No Intervention: Control Group
The control group will not receive intervention.
Experimental: Cinnamon Group
In the cinnamon group, participants will consume four cinnamon capsules daily for 60 days (each 1.5 grams, totaling 3 grams), two with breakfast and two with dinner.
Dietary supplement: Cinnamon 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
Other Names:
  • Cinnamomum
  • Dalchini
  • Darchini

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Waist-to-hip ratio
Time Frame: 60 days
The waist-to-hip ratio will be assessment before and after intervention with cinnamon powder capsules for 60 days.
60 days
Body weight
Time Frame: 60 days
Body weight (Kg) will be assessed before and after intervention with cinnamon powder capsules for 60 days.
60 days
Skeletal muscle mass (SMM)
Time Frame: 60 days
Skeletal muscle mass (Kg) will be assessed before and after intervention with cinnamon powder capsules for 60 days.
60 days
Body fat mass
Time Frame: 60 days
Body fat mass (Kg) will be assessed before and after intervention with cinnamon powder capsules for 60 days.
60 days
Body mass index (BMI)
Time Frame: 60 days
Body mass index (Kg/m^2) will be assessed before and after intervention with cinnamon powder capsules for 60 days.
60 days
Percent body fat (PBF)
Time Frame: 60 days
Percent body fat (%) will be assessed before and after intervention with cinnamon powder capsules for 60 days.
60 days

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore - Pakistan

Publications and helpful links

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General Publications

Helpful Links

Study record dates

These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.

Study Major Dates

Study Start (Actual)

November 25, 2023

Primary Completion (Estimated)

June 1, 2024

Study Completion (Estimated)

June 1, 2024

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

October 31, 2023

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

November 6, 2023

First Posted (Actual)

November 7, 2023

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Estimated)

December 13, 2023

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

December 6, 2023

Last Verified

December 1, 2023

More Information

Terms related to this study

Keywords

Other Study ID Numbers

  • Cinnamon Bark Powder Capsules

Plan for Individual participant data (IPD)

Plan to Share Individual Participant Data (IPD)?

NO

IPD Plan Description

All available data will be confidential

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

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