๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-04-29

Almonds to Improve Gut Health and Decrease Inflammation (NCT05790564)

Almonds to Improve Gut Health and Decrease Inflammation in Metabolic Syndrome

๐Ÿ”ต Active, Not Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿ“‹ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: Oregon State University

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

Almonds are a good source of beneficial compounds. This study will investigate if eating almonds everyday for 12 weeks can affect gut health and inflammation in persons with metabolic syndrome. Investigators will measure changes in metabolism, heart health, and the levels of vitamins and other compounds from almonds.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Oregon State University โ€” Corvallis, Oregon

Age range: 35 Years to 60 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Almond (OTHER)
  • Crackers (OTHER)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Oregon State University โ€” Corvallis, Oregon

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ View Official NIH Record โ†—