The Effect of Omega-3 Fortified Smoothies on Omega-3 Index and Physical Performance Related Outcomes Among Soldiers
Evaluate the Use of Omega-3 Fortified Smoothies to Improve Omega-3 Index and Physical Performance Related Outcomes Among Soldiers
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
100 participants
Feb 1, 2024
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to test the effect of omega-3 on physical performance and recovery of Soldiers. Objectives 1: Assess the impact of 8-weeks of daily consumption of 1600mg of omega-3 fortified smoothie on O3I response. Objective 2: Determine the relationship between O3I and measures of performance and recovery. Participants will: * Be randomly assigned to placebo group or to the omega-3 fortified smoothie group. * The intervention group will take omega-3 fortified smoothies and controls will consume a non-fortified smoothie, five days a week for 8 weeks. * Participate in Army Combat Fitness Tests (ACFT) * Complete surveys that assess dietary intake, physical activity (PAQ) and sleep quality (PSQI). * Complete a finger prick to determine omega-3 index. Assessments will be collected pre/post intervention. Researchers will compare intervention and placebo groups to see if omega-3 levels increase, and improve physical performance and recovery.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria4
- Active Duty Military Personnel
- Current soldier at Ft. Drum or Ft. Campbell.
- Able and willing to complete two Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) (Week 1 and week 8)
- Willing to obtain two finger pricks for the Omega-3 Index (week 1 and week 8)
Exclusion Criteria1
- Allergic to fish
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Interventions
Omega-3 powder and protein supplementation.
Protein without omega-3 powder supplementation.
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NCT06462898