Clinical nutrition trials for proven health benefits
About this expertise
In short- In vitro models for food-health interaction research
- Nutrient characterisation and isolation
- Simulation of digestion, metabolism and immune responses
- Support for Novel Foods and health claims
We conduct clinical nutrition trials that help the food industry scientifically demonstrate health benefits of ingredients or products and translate them into market value.
The demand for foods with scientifically proven health benefits keeps growing. Wageningen University & Research supports the food industry with custom clinical trials that validate product claims and support innovation. Whether it is a snack that moderates blood glucose levels or a fibre that improves bowel movements, our human intervention studies provide reliable data.
Our services include the design and coordination of clinical nutrition trials, ethical approvals, participant recruitment via our database, and application of both invasive and non-invasive biomarkers and digital health assessments. We also offer in vitro screening, prototype development, sensory testing, and consumer research.
Wageningen has extensive experience in trials focused on digestibility, metabolic health, vascular health, immunity, and gut health. For example, the Su-Pro study measured the digestibility and gut impact of sustainable proteins, while the FIBER study tested wheat fibres in a real-life setting using home-delivered meals.
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dr. NJW (Nicole) de Wit
WR Onderzoeker