Nutritional Snacks for Dementia
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It seems focused on nutrition, so it's likely you can continue your medications, but you should confirm with the trial organizers.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Transitional-state food therapeutic nutrition supplement for dementia?
Research shows that oral nutrition supplements can improve nutritional intake and status in people with dementia, which may help with daily activities and slow disease progression. Additionally, a study found that a 3-week nutritional supplementation improved the nutritional status of patients with mild Alzheimer's disease.12345
Is the nutritional snack treatment safe for humans?
How is the Transitional-state food therapeutic nutrition supplement treatment different from other treatments for dementia?
This treatment is unique because it focuses on providing nutritional snacks specifically designed to address malnutrition in dementia patients, which is a common issue due to eating problems. Unlike other treatments that may focus on medication or lifestyle changes, this approach uses familiar and easy-to-eat snacks to improve nutritional intake and support cognitive function.110111213
What is the purpose of this trial?
Malnutrition significantly contributes to the disability and mortality associated with Alzheimer's disease and Alzheimer's disease-related dementias. Thus, nutritional status is one important, modifiable clinical factor for maintaining physical and cognitive health among persons with dementia (PWD). This project will pilot an innovative approach to enhancing nutrition through the use of transitional-state snack supplements, or foods that start as one texture and change to another.Specifically, this study aims to demonstrate the feasibility, acceptability, and safety of a transitional-state therapeutic nutrition supplement among adults with dementia. The central hypothesis is that access to ready-made, savory, nutrient- dense snack supplements that resemble "typical" preferred foods and eating habits will result in improved nutritional intake and status among PWD.
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for stable adults living at home with a medical diagnosis of dementia or possible dementia. They must be able to participate in the study protocol on their own or have a caregiver who can assist, and they need smartphone access. People who require full feeding assistance, are NPO (nothing by mouth), have multiple food allergies, or need strict renal, low-fat/no-salt diets cannot join.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants consume transitional-state snack supplements to improve nutritional intake
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Transitional-state food therapeutic nutrition supplement
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Oregon
Lead Sponsor
Oregon Partnership for Alzheimer's Research
Collaborator
Oregon Health and Science University
Collaborator