CompletedPhase 2ACTRN12609000124235

Dietary Oils in Stress Pilot Study

A Pilot Randomised Controlled Double Blind Intervention Study of the Effects of docosahexaenoic acid-(DHA)-Rich Fish Oil Compared with Olive Oil in Psychological Stress.

Sponsor

Blackmores Ltd

Enrollment

40 participants

Start Date

Aug 13, 2008

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions

Psychological Stress

Summary

The aim of the study is to demonstrate a protective role of omega 3 fatty acids during time of intense psychological stress (exam stress in university students) compared with a placebo.

Eligibility

Sex: Both males and femalesMin Age: 18 YearssMax Age: 45 Yearss

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This pilot study looks at whether fish oil supplements can help students better cope with stress. It is open to full-time students aged 18-45 who eat less than two fish meals per week and consider themselves stressed. Participants take daily fish oil or placebo capsules and complete stress assessments over the study period.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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Interventions

DHA-rich Fish Oil Supplements, 4 capsules per day for 12 weeks. Each capsule contains 1000mg fish oil, containing (DHA) 500mg, and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) 100 mg