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Arm 1: Pistachio group for Inflammation

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Recruiting

Led By Stella L Volpe, PhD

Research Sponsored by Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

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Must have

Be between 18 and 65 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up interleukin-8 (pg/ml) in the blood will be measured at baseline, 3 and 6 months to assess change over time between the pistachio group and the placebo group

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Study Summary

"This trial aims to investigate the effects of eating 1.5 ounces of pistachios daily on inflammation markers and lean body mass in men and women aged 40 to 60 who exercise regularly.

Who is the study for?

This trial is for men and women aged 40-60 who are moderately active, exercising 3-5 days a week. It aims to see if eating pistachios affects inflammation and muscle mass.Check my eligibility

What is being tested?

Participants will either eat 1.5 ounces of pistachios daily or none at all for six months to study the effects on inflammatory markers and lean body mass.See study design

What are the potential side effects?

Pistachios are generally safe but may cause allergies in some people. Overconsumption could lead to gastrointestinal discomfort or weight gain due to their high calorie content.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ interleukin-8 (pg/ml) in the blood will be measured at baseline, 3 and 6 months to assess change over time between the pistachio group and the placebo group

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~interleukin-8 (pg/ml) in the blood will be measured at baseline, 3 and 6 months to assess change over time between the pistachio group and the placebo group

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and interleukin-8 (pg/ml) in the blood will be measured at baseline, 3 and 6 months to assess change over time between the pistachio group and the placebo group for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary outcome measures

C-reactive protein concentrations in the blood

Copper-zinc superoxide dismutase concentrations in the blood

Cortisol concentrations in the blood

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Secondary outcome measures

Body Mass Index

Body weight

Height

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Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Arm 1: Pistachio groupExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Participants will receive 1.5 ounces of pistachios to consume every day for 6 months. We will provide them a 3-month supply of pistachios, and they will receive another 3-month supply when they come in for their 3-month study visit (blood draw).

Group II: Arm 2: No pistachio groupActive Control1 Intervention

This group will not get any pistachios.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityLead Sponsor

143 Previous Clinical Trials

27,669 Total Patients Enrolled

1 Trials studying Inflammation

20 Patients Enrolled for Inflammation

Stella L Volpe, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorVirginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Frequently Asked Questions

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Does this trial include individuals aged 85 and older as potential participants?

"Recruitment for this research study is targeting individuals aged above 40 and below 60 years."

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What is the upper limit for the participation count in this medical study?

"Indeed, the details on clinicaltrials.gov specify that this particular research study is actively seeking participants. The trial was initially listed on February 20th, 2024 and its latest update was recorded on March 25th, 2024. Currently, the trial aims to recruit a total of 144 individuals from one designated site."

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Which individuals are eligible to partake in this experimental study?

"Eligible participants for this research study must exhibit signs of inflammation and fall within the age range of 40 to 60 years. The trial aims to enroll a total of 144 individuals."

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Recent research and studies

clinicaltrials.govStudy

Pistachio Consumption on Inflammatory Markers and Lean Body Mass

Stella L. Volpe, PhD 2024. "Pistachio Consumption on Inflammatory Markers and Lean Body Mass". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT06342024.

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