Exercise and Nutrition on Obese Microbiome

The Effects of a Calorie-Restrictive Low-Carbohydrate Diet Versus an Unrestrictive Ancestral Diet on Microbiota and Cardiometabolic Disease Markers of Obese Individuals Performing an Intense Exercise Program

The purpose of this study is to examine the effects nine weeks of intense exercise training will have on weight, inflammation, and intestinal bacteria composition of overweight and obese adults.

Inclusion criteria:

1. Individuals who are overweight (BMI ≥ 25) and/or obese (BMI ≥ 30).
2. Individuals who volunteer for the 54-day exercise program.
3. Individuals with no history of diabetes mellitus (type I or II) or sickle cell disease.
4. Individuals who are not taking antibiotics and have not taken antibiotics within 3 months.
5. Individuals who are not taking probiotics.
6. Individuals who are not taking Metformin.
7. Individuals who are cleared by their physician to perform strenuous exercise.
8. Individuals with no physically debilitating injuries that would keep them from being able to perform the exercises prescribed.
9. Individuals who are between 18 and 60.

Exclusion criteria:

1. Any subjects who do not meet all of the inclusion criteria and/or are unable to consent.