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Whole-Food, Plant-Based Nutrition Among Women With Metastatic Breast Cancer: A Pilot Study of Recruitment, Retention, and Preliminary Changes in Biomarkers and Symptoms.
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Plant-Based Diet for Metastatic Breast Cancer and Breast Cancer Stage IV. Completed, enrolled 32 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
This research will examine the feasibility of conducting a strict whole-food, plant-based dietary intervention in women with stable metastatic breast cancer currently undergoing conventional treatments. In addition, this research will provide preliminary data on dietary intakes and the effect of plant-based nutrition on numerous outcomes reflecting cancer prognosis and overall health using advanced imaging, various blood biomarkers linked to cancer progression, and numerous symptom questionnaires.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Women will be provided with 3 meals daily, delivered to their home, for 8 weeks, along with a multivitamin, and will attend weekly office visits.