Investigating how fish oil affects the voices of female professional voice users
The effect of fish oil supplementation on the voice of female professional voice users
This study is looking at whether taking omega-3 supplements can help female singers and teachers feel less vocal fatigue after using their voices a lot, so they can keep performing at their best.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R15 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Baylor University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Waco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11115371 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on female professional voice users, such as singers and teachers, who often experience vocal fatigue that can hinder their performance. The study aims to explore whether omega-3 fatty acid supplementation can help reduce inflammation in the vocal folds after intensive voice use. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either omega-3 supplements or a placebo for 10 weeks, and their vocal health will be monitored through various biomarkers. This approach seeks to provide insights into safe and effective methods for maintaining vocal health in those who rely on their voice for their profession.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are cis-gender, pre-menopausal females over the age of 18 who use their voice professionally.
Not a fit: Patients who are not female, or who are not professional voice users, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective dietary recommendations for professional voice users to enhance their vocal health and performance.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that omega-3 supplementation can reduce inflammation in other areas of the body, suggesting potential success for this novel application in vocal health.
Where this research is happening
Waco, United States
- Baylor University — Waco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Perrine, Brittany Leigh — Baylor University
- Study coordinator: Perrine, Brittany Leigh
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.