Omega-3 Fortified Smoothies for Soldiers' Performance
This study is looking at how Omega-3 Fortified Protein Smoothies affect the Omega-3 Index (a measure of omega-3 levels in your blood) and physical performance in active duty soldiers. Researchers want to see if consuming these smoothies daily for eight weeks can improve physical abilities and recovery. You could join if you are an active duty soldier between 18 and 64 years old, currently stationed at Ft. Drum or Ft. Campbell, and not allergic to fish. Success would mean an increase in Omega-3 Index and better scores on the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT). The current status of this study is unclear.
- Study design
- This is an interventional study with 100 participants. You would be randomly assigned to either receive the Omega-3 Fortified Protein Smoothie or a Non-Fortified Protein Smoothie.
- What's involved
- You would drink a smoothie five days a week for eight weeks. You would also complete two Army Combat Fitness Tests (ACFTs) and have two finger pricks for the Omega-3 Index, along with surveys about diet, activity, and sleep.
- Compensation
- Not stated in the trial record.
- Follow-up
- Your Omega-3 Index and Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) will be measured at Week 1 and Week 8.
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The Effect of Omega-3 Fortified Smoothies on Omega-3 Index and Physical Performance Related Outcomes Among Soldiers
At a glance
Conditions
Where it's being run
2 sites across 2 statesStudy leadership
- Melissa Rittenhouse, PhD · PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR · Uniformed Services University Health Sciences/Henry M. Jackson Foundation
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What this trial measures
- Omega-3 IndexWeek 1 and Week 8
Omega-3 Index will be measured through finger prick, obtaining 1-2 drops of blood on a collection card to be sent to OmegaQuant for analysis. A score of 8-12% is desirable, 4-7.9% is moderate and \< 4% is low.
- Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT)Week 1 and Week 8
ACFT test will be performed at Week 1 baseline and Week 8 post-intervention to show changes in physical performance.