Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Interventional Ages 3 and up

Eating trout may improve brain health in young children and families

Official title: Increasing Trout Consumption in Young Children and Families for Cognitive and Mental Health Benefit

Run by University of Idaho · NCT06721468 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if eating more trout can help improve brain health and emotional well-being in young children and their families.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages3 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment99 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Idaho
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Moscow, Idaho and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 13, 2024
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2027
Study endsDecember 31, 2027
Registry record updatedDecember 6, 2024
Trial IDNCT06721468 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include children aged 3-9 who eat fish less than twice a week and their English or Spanish-speaking parents.

Probably not a fit

Patients with allergies or dietary restrictions that prevent them from consuming fish will not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the impact of trout consumption on cognitive and emotional well-being in young children and their families. It utilizes nutrition education strategies to encourage increased fish consumption, focusing on the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids found in trout. The study involves sensory evaluations, repeated exposure to trout, and child-centered nutrition phrases to assess changes in eating behaviors and brain health. Participants will include children aged 3-9 and their parents, with a focus on those who currently consume fish infrequently.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance cognitive and emotional well-being in children and promote healthier eating habits in families.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown positive outcomes related to fish consumption and cognitive health, suggesting this approach has potential for success.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Objective 1: Children 3-6 years of age, adults age 18+, English speaking
* Objective 2: Children 4-6 years of age, English speaking
* Objective 3: Children 4-9 years of age AND parent/guardian, English or Spanish speaking, access to internet, currently eat fish less than twice per week

Exclusion Criteria:

* allergy or dietary restriction preventing consuming fish

Where it's running

  • University of Idaho
    Moscow, Idaho, United States
    Recruiting
  • Washington State University
    Pullman, Washington, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Annie J Roe, PhD — University of Idaho
  • Study coordinator: Annie J Roe, PhD
  • Email: aroe@uidaho.edu
  • Phone: 208-885-1709

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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