The Effect of Omega-3 Fortified Smoothies on Omega-3 Index and Physical Performance Related Outcomes Among Soldiers

Part of paid clinical trials in Fort Campbell North, Kentucky.

Sponsor
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Study ID
NCT06462898
Status
Recruiting
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Conditions

  • Nutrition, Healthy

Eligibility Criteria

Sex
ALL
Age
18 Years - 64 Years
Healthy Volunteers
Accepted

Interventions

  • Omega-3 Fortified Protein Smoothie — DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT
    Omega-3 powder and protein supplementation.
  • Non-Fortified Protein Smoothie — DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT
    Protein without omega-3 powder supplementation.

Study Details

The goal of this clinical trial is to test the effect of omega-3 on physical performance and recovery of Soldiers. Objectives 1: Assess the impact of 8-weeks of daily consumption of 1600mg of omega-3 fortified smoothie on O3I response. Objective 2: Determine the relationship between O3I and measures of performance and recovery. Participants will: * Be randomly assigned to placebo group or to the omega-3 fortified smoothie group. * The intervention group will take omega-3 fortified smoothies and controls will consume a non-fortified smoothie, five days a week for 8 weeks. * Participate in Army Combat Fitness Tests (ACFT) * Complete surveys that assess dietary intake, physical activity (PAQ) and sleep quality (PSQI). * Complete a finger prick to determine omega-3 index. Assessments will be collected pre/post intervention. Researchers will compare intervention and placebo groups to see if omega-3 levels increase, and improve physical performance and recovery.

Key Dates

Start date
Feb 1, 2024
Status verified
Jun 2024
Primary completion
Sep 30, 2024
Completion
Sep 30, 2024

Study Design

Enrollment
100 participants (estimated)
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
PREVENTION

Arms

  • Active Comparator: Omega-3 Fortified Protein Smoothie
    Participants will receive a shaker bottle containing 1 tbsp omega-3 powder and 1 scoop protein powder mixed with water, after morning physical training, five days a week, for eight weeks.
  • Placebo Comparator: Non-Fortified Protein Smoothie
    Participants will receive a shaker bottle containing 1 scoop protein mixed with water, after morning physical training, five days a week, for eight weeks.

Primary Outcome Measure

Omega-3 Index [ Time Frame: Week 1 and Week 8 ]

Central Contacts

Locations (2)

FacilityCityStateZIPSite coordinators
Fort CampbellFort Campbell NorthKentucky42223-
Fort DrumFort DrumNew York13602
Brandon Lee

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