CompletedPhase 2ACTRN12609000238279

Omega-3 oil and bone health

Plant-based omega-3 fatty acid supplementation, acceptability and efficacy for bone health


Sponsor

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP)

Enrollment

40 participants

Start Date

Dec 1, 2008

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions

Summary

Omega-3 oils are known to have benefits for joints, skin and the circulation. There are reasons to believe that they may help improve bone health in people with low bone density. This study aims to examine the safety, effectiveness and acceptability of an omega-3 oil, docosohexanoic acid (DHA) when given for 1 year in combination with calcium and vitamin D.


Eligibility

Sex: Both males and femalesMin Age: 18 Yearss

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study investigates whether omega-3 fish oil supplements can help improve bone health in adults aged 18 and older who have mildly reduced bone density (but not full osteoporosis). Participants must not already be taking bone-strengthening medications. The study involves taking omega-3 supplements and having bone density measurements taken.

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Interventions

1 year of oral docosohexanoic acid (DHA) 400 mg daily. DHA is of algal origin (i.e. suitable for vegetarians/vegans). All participants will receive oral vitamin D3 1000 IU daily with calcium carbonate

1 year of oral docosohexanoic acid (DHA) 400 mg daily. DHA is of algal origin (i.e. suitable for vegetarians/vegans). All participants will receive oral vitamin D3 1000 IU daily with calcium carbonate 1200 mg daily


Locations(1)

SA, Australia

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