What Is a Controlled Feeding Study? A Comprehensive Guide
                                
                                
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                                In nutrition research, self-reported dietary intake is often unreliable, with some studies showing that participants can underreport their energy consumption by up to 21%. A **controlled feeding study** overcomes this limitation by providing all food and beverages to participants, enabling an exact measurement of nutrient intake.