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NCT03093896 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
The Effect of Consumption of Almonds and Snack Mix Daily for 6 Months on Cognitive Function in Older Adults
A NA study, sponsored by Tufts University.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 60
- Enrollment target
NCT03093896 is a NA study that has completed, run by Tufts University. The registered enrollment target is 60 participants.
The verdict
NCT03093896, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by Tufts University.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 60 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
Cognitive impairment is also a major risk factor for development of dementia later in life. Findings from recent studies suggest that the there are many nutrients contained in foods that may be important in cognitive function in the elderly. This study evaluates long-term intervention with almonds and snack mix as a treatment strategy for age-related cognitive impairment which could possibly prevent the onset of dementia. The proposed study is designed as a randomized, placebo controlled trial that tests the effects of 6 month supplementation with 1.5 or 3 ounces of almonds or 3 ounces of shortbread containing coconut oil on cognitive function in older adults. Secondary outcomes include plasma biomarkers of oxidative stress and inflammation.
Interventions
- DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT snack mix
- DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT almonds, 1.5 oz
- DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT almonds, 3 oz
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 60 participants |
| Start Date | 2016-04 |
| Est. Completion | 2019-05 |
| Phase | NA |
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The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT03093896 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 60 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Tufts University, which has 163 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 3 interventions - of which snack mix is the first listed.
NCT03093896 reports 0 study locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT03093896 about?
NCT03093896 is a clinical study titled "The Effect of Consumption of Almonds and Snack Mix Daily for 6 Months on Cognitive Function in Older Adults". Cognitive impairment is also a major risk factor for development of dementia later in life. Findings from recent studies suggest that the there are many nutrients contained in foods that may be important in cognitive function in the elderly. This study evaluates long-term intervention with almonds a...
What is the current status of trial NCT03093896?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 60 participants. The study started on 2016-04. Estimated completion is 2019-05.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03093896?
The interventions under investigation include: snack mix (DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT), almonds, 1.5 oz (DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT), almonds, 3 oz (DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03093896?
This trial is sponsored by Tufts University, which has 163 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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