Exploring the Role of Almonds in Enhancing Immune Strength

Status Active, not recruiting

Clinical Trial Summary

The COVID-19 pandemic highlights the importance of good nutritional status for immune strength and for reducing comorbidities that increase morbidity and mortality of infections. The major aim of this study is test if almond consumption can improve immune function.

Clinical Trial Description

Investigators will conduct an 8-week parallel-arm trial of 48 overweight/non-obese (BMI=24-30) adult (aged 40-65 years) men (n=24) and women (n=24) who will be randomly assigned to consume daily isoenergetic portions of almonds or a common snack (pretzels). ;

Study Design

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

Immune Health

Clinical Trial Details

NCT number	NCT05059639
Study type	Interventional
Source	San Diego State University
Contact
Status	Active, not recruiting
Phase	N/A
Start date	November 15, 2021
Completion date	November 15, 2024

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