Carbohydrate or Protein Drinks Before Exercise in the Heat

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Conditions studied: Heat Stress, Diet Induced Thermogenesis, Protein Consumption

In brief

This project examines whether consuming a high-protein or high-carbohydrate beverage before exercise in the heat impacts metabolism and heat balance during exercise, with the following research questions: 1. Does a high-protein vs. high-carbohydrate pre-exercise drink impact metabolism and body temperature responses during a treadmill walking in the heat? 2. Does a high-protein or high-carbohydrate drink change oxygen use and heat production during treadmill walking in the heat?

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07646990

Run by

Providence College

People needed

16

Starts

2026-06-04

Expected to finish

2027-05-01

Last updated by the study team

2026-06-15

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 45. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Able to walk or run up to 5 mph on a treadmill
• Able to consume products containing dairy (no allergy or dietary restrictions)

You may not qualify if…

• Following a diet that excludes any macronutrient group (low-carb or low-fat)
• Diagnosed cardiovascular or metabolic diseases (hypertension, diabetes)
• Diagnosed heat illness in past 3 months (heat exhaustion, heat stroke)

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