Abnormal physical examination |
History of GI disease (i.e., gastric ulcers, irritable bowel disease, history of bowel obstruction and colon cancer) |
History of abdominal surgery (exception: appendectomy) |
Pregnant or beast feeding women |
BMI > 30 kg/m2 |
Metabolic disorders (i.e., diabetes, and metabolic syndrome) |
Using prescription medications, H2 blockers*, anti-acids, OTC**, dietary & herbal supplements |
Involved in a weight loss program |
Being treated for eating disorders |
Having participated in another clinical trial in the previous month |
Having received general anesthesia in the previous month |
Refusing to consume the foods provided in the study |
Known allergies to milk, nuts, wheat, soy, oat, and barely |
Refusal to sign consent |