Participate in Food and Metabolism Study to Earn up to $695

October 22, 2026Posted in: Research

The Clinical Nutrition Research Center (CNRC) at the Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH), Illinois Institute of Technology, is currently seeking participants for a research study evaluating whether consuming one avocado per day impacts metabolism.

Location: Clinical Nutrition Research Center (CNRC) – Galvin Tower
Date & Time: Visits are scheduled upon enrollment.

Time commitments per visit include:

  • Screening Visit: ~1 hour
  • Pre-Study Visit: ~45 minutes
  • Two Study Days: ~6 hours each (CNRC – Galvin Tower)
  • Three Pick-Up Days: ~30 minutes each

Who is Eligible?

  • Adults aged 40–70 years
  • Individuals with elevated triglycerides and insulin resistance
  • No dietary restrictions
  • Body weight ≥ 110 lbs

Study Requirements

  • Attend scheduled study and pick-up visits at the CNRC
  • Provide blood samples during 2 visit days Consume study-provided meals for 4 weeks

Compensation: Eligible participants can earn up to $695 for completing the study.

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