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Gender Effects of Dietary Omega-3 Fatty Acids From Plant and Marine Sources on Oxylipins in Healthy Humans
In Brief
A Phase 1 clinical trial evaluating Flax Oil and Fish Oil for Healthy. Completed, enrolled 12 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
This study is single site, double-blind, randomized, cross-over study designed to compare the effects of flax oil and fish oil supplementation on the oxylipin profile in healthy males and females. Eligible participants will complete two (2) Supplementation Phases (flax oil versus fish oil) and will be asked to attend 6 in-person clinic visits (0, 1, 3, 7, 14 and 28 days) for blood and urine collection during each phase. Participants will consume 8 capsules a day for 28 days containing either A) Flax Oil at 4 grams of ALA per day ,in one phase and B) Fish Oil at a dose of 4 grams DHA + 0.8 grams EPA per day in the next phase. Participants will be randomized and blinded and will therefore no know what supplement they are taking in either phase.
Study Details
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Interventions
Participants will consume capsules containing flax oil at a dose of 4 grams of ALA per day (8 capsules a day) with a meal for 28 days (4 weeks).
Participants will consume capsules containing fish oil at a dose of 4 grams DHA + 0.8 grams EPA per day (8 capsules) for 28 days (4 weeks).