RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06702696

Effect of Aronia Berry Consumption on Inflammatory Parameters

Consumption of Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Aronia (Aronia Melanocarpa) Berry in Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Sponsor

Amasya University

Enrollment

50 participants

Start Date

Nov 15, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

COPD, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Summary

The study will aim to evaluate the effects of consuming freeze-dried aronia berries as an adjunct to medical treatment in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), focusing on anti-inflammatory, respiratory, and biochemical parameters. It will be conducted at a research hospital in Istanbul, involving 50 participants aged 50-80 diagnosed with COPD. Participants will be randomly assigned to two groups: the aronia group (AG, n=25) and the placebo group (PG, n=25). The AG will receive 30 g of freeze-dried aronia powder daily, while the PG will receive 30 g of placebo powder, both for a duration of 8 weeks. Baseline demographic data will be collected through face-to-face interviews, while biochemical, respiratory, anthropometric, and body composition parameters will be assessed both before and after the intervention. Dietary intake records will also be collected and analyzed.

Eligibility

Min Age: 50 YearsMax Age: 80 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is investigating whether eating aronia berries (also called black chokeberries, which are rich in antioxidants) can reduce inflammation in people with COPD — a chronic lung condition that causes breathing difficulties. **You may be eligible if...** - You are between 50 and 80 years old - You have been diagnosed with COPD (at any stage) - You do not smoke - You do not follow a vegetarian or vegan diet - You are willing to consume the aronia berry products provided in the study **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have a chronic inflammatory or rheumatic disease - You have chronic kidney disease, cancer, or a blood clotting disorder - You have an endocrine disorder or a condition affecting nutrient absorption - You are allergic to any food or berry fruits - You currently smoke Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

DIETARY_SUPPLEMENTBlack chokeberry (Aronia melanocarpa)

The aronia group, who will consume 30 g of freeze-dried aronia powder (n=25)

OTHERPlacebo powder

The placebo group, who will consume placebo powder (n=25).

Locations(1)

Yedikule Göğüs Hastalıkları Hastanesi

Istanbul, Zeytinburnu, Turkey (Türkiye)

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