Stress Clinical Trial
Official title:
Investigating the Effects of Dietary Phospholipids on Stress Reactivity and Recovery
NCT number | NCT06109922 |
Other study ID # | 66CH2 |
Secondary ID | |
Status | Recruiting |
Phase | N/A |
First received | |
Last updated | |
Start date | January 2, 2024 |
Est. completion date | October 1, 2024 |
The aim of the study is to investigate the effects of 6- and 12- week supplementation of a bioactive whey protein concentrate drink containing dairy phospholipids on stress reactivity and recovery in healthy adults. The proposed randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled parallel groups design methodology will assess the stress reactivity and recovery effects (both self-reported and physiological) of 40g per day of bioactive whey protein concentrate in the form of a powder that the participant will be required to mix with 350ml of water and matched placebo prior to (baseline) and after -6 week and -12 week supplementation. The trial will utilise the Multi-tasking framework (MTF) during testing visits to elicit an acute stress response within the laboratory. Self reported anxiety (STAI short-form) at multiple time points before and after the stressor will be measured as well as perceived task demand following the stressor (NASA-TLX). Physiological measurements of the stress response will also be measured through blood pressure, heart rate arability, and galvanic skin response. 150 participants will participate, aged 25-49, and self-reported as being in good health. Participants will be supplied with either the active treatment or the placebo (allocated by a randomised schedule) whilst visiting the research centre for the testing appointments, and will take treatment home to consume daily for the duration of the study. Participants will record time of taking treatment each day in a treatment diary which will be returned to the research centre, along with any unused treatment, upon completion of the study.
Status | Recruiting |
Enrollment | 150 |
Est. completion date | October 1, 2024 |
Est. primary completion date | October 1, 2024 |
Accepts healthy volunteers | Accepts Healthy Volunteers |
Gender | All |
Age group | 25 Years to 49 Years |
Eligibility | Inclusion Criteria: - Participant must self-assess themselves as being in good health - Participant must be aged 25 to 49 years at the time of giving consent - Participants first language is English or are fluent in English Exclusion Criteria: - Have any pre-existing medical conditions/illness which will impact taking part in the study. Cases can be looked at case-by-case. - Are currently taking any prescription medications (NOTE the explicit exceptions to this are contraceptive treatments for female participants, and those taking "as needed" in the treatment of asthma and/or hay fever) - Have high blood pressure (systolic over 159 mm Hg or diastolic over 99 mm Hg). NOTE: that we must measure this in the lab using our blood pressure monitors and can only use our measurements to assess eligibility rather than home or doctors readings - Have a Body Mass Index (BMI) outside of the range 18.5-35 kg/m2. - Are pregnant, seeking to become pregnant or lactating. - Have been diagnosed with a neurological condition, or assessed as having a learning/behavioral or neurodevelopmental difference (e.g. dyslexia, autism, ADHD) - Have a visual impairment that cannot be corrected with glasses or contact lenses (including colour-blindness) - Smoke tobacco or vape nicotine or use nicotine replacement products (if you have recently quit smoking or using replacements you must have stopped using them altogether for a period of 3 months before participating in this study) - Have excessive caffeine intake (>500 mg per day). Note: This will be calculated at screening but feel free to query this with the researcher prior to attendance - Have relevant food allergies/ intolerance/ sensitivities - Have taken antibiotics within the past 4 weeks. - Have taken dietary supplements e.g., vitamins, omega 3 fish oils etc. in the last 4 weeks . (Note: participation is possible following a 4 week wash out prior to participating and for the duration of the study on the proviso that the supplements they are taking are out of choice and not medically prescribed or advised. Please discuss with the researcher if unsure. NOTE: we would never advise stopping supplements prescribed by your doctor e.g. iron, calcium etc, only those out of choice). - Have any health condition that would prevent fulfilment of the study requirements (this includes non-diagnosed conditions for which no medication may be taken) - Are unable to complete all of the study assessments - Are currently participating in other clinical or nutrition intervention studies, or have in the past 4 weeks - Have been diagnosed with/ undergoing treatment for alcohol or drug abuse in the last 12 months. - Have been diagnosed with/ undergoing treatment for a psychiatric disorder in the last 12 months, including a medical diagnosis of anxiety or depression. - Suffers from frequent migraines that require medication (more than or equal to 1 per month) - Have any sleep disorders or take any sleep medications. - Have any known active infections. - Does not have a bank account (required for payment) - Are non-compliant with regards treatment consumption - Follow an "extreme" diet. i.e., high fat, low sugar, low carb, high protein, paleo etc - Are planning a major lifestyle change regarding diet or exercise regime in the next 3 months. - Are unable to meet the minimum requirement scores on the cognitive tasks. - Experienced an event (professional or personal) that is likely to have impacted your emotional and/or psychological state within the last 8-10 weeks (for example but not restricted to change of professional function, death of a family member, divorce, surgery, accident etc) - Have an upcoming event (personal or professional) that is likely to affect your emotional, psychological state or hormonal state planned during the next 8-10 weeks, including but not limited to job change, house move, important medical exam etc. - Have a current diagnosis of renal impairments or phenylketonuria |
Country | Name | City | State |
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United Kingdom | Northumbria University | Newcastle Upon Tyne |
Lead Sponsor | Collaborator |
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Northumbria University | Volac International Ltd |
United Kingdom,
Type | Measure | Description | Time frame | Safety issue |
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Primary | Stress Reactivity and Recovery | Ratings of anxiety as defined by the State trait anxiety inventory (STAI) short form sub scale | Following 6- and 12- week supplementation | |
Secondary | Perceived Task Demand | Treatment effects on perceived task demand of the multi-tasking framework via the NASA task load index (NASA TLX). Five 7- point scales summed to create a measure of perceived mental workload of the multi-tasking framework. | Following the multi-tasking framework at baseline, 6-weeks, and 12- weeks supplementation. | |
Secondary | Galvanic Skin Response- Physiological measure of stress response | treatment effects on physiological stress response via galvanic skin response. Measuring readings of galvanic skin response during each completion of the multi-tasking framework (3) to determine physiological response to the psychological stressor pre, mid and post intervention. | During each completion of the multi-tasking framework (baseline, 6 weeks, and 12 weeks). | |
Secondary | Heart Rate Variability- Physiological measure of stress response | treatment effects on physiological stress response via heart rate variability. Measuring readings of heart rate variability, via a chest strap sensor and polar watch, during each completion of the multi-tasking framework (3) to determine physiological response to the psychological stressor pre, mid, and post intervention. | During each completion of the multi-tasking framework (baseline, 6 weeks, 12 weeks). | |
Secondary | Systolic Blood Pressure- Physiological measure of stress response | Treatment effects on physiological response to stress via systolic blood pressure readings. measuring blood pressure pre and post completion of the multi-tasking framework (3) to determine physiological response to the psychological stressor pre, mid and post intervention. | During each completion of the multi-tasking framework (baseline, 6 weeks, and 12 weeks). | |
Secondary | Multi-tasking Framework Overall Scores | treatment effects on overall multi-tasking framework scores following 6-, and 12- weeks Treatment effects on overall multi-tasking framework scores following 6- and 12- weeks of intervention. Participants receive scores upon completion of 20 minutes of the multi-tasking framework. 10 points per correct answer and 10 points deducted for every incorrect or missed response. Scores can range from minus to positive. Scores indicate engagement in the tasks. The higher the score the higher the engagement in the tasks. | At baseline, 6- weeks, and 12- weeks of intervention. | |
Secondary | Diastolic Blood Pressure- Physiological measure of stress response. | Treatment effects on physiological response to stress via diastolic blood pressure | During each completion of the Multi-tasking framework (baseline, 6 weeks, and 12 weeks) |
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