Study on how diet affects autoimmune diseases in rheumatology patients

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This observational study collects data on the dietary habits of patients with rheumatologic diseases and their perceived impact on disease symptoms. It aims to determine if changes in diet, particularly towards healthier options like the Mediterranean diet, correlate with improvements in autoimmune disease activity. The study also explores patients' expectations for dietary advice from their rheumatologists and the resources they utilize for dietary changes. By analyzing these factors, the study seeks to understand the relationship between diet and symptom management in autoimmune conditions.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Adults (over 18 years old) patients
* established UCF Health patients
* diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, dermatomyositis/polymyositis, Sjogren's Syndrome, systemic lupus erythematous, scleroderma, osteoarthritis, or fibromyalgia.

Exclusion Criteria:

* UCF Students, Faculty or Staff
* Children or Young Adults Under the age of 18
* Adults over 65
* Pregnant Women
* Prisoners
* Adults to Unable to Consent

Where it's running

• UCF Health Clinics
  Orlando, Florida, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Neha Bhanusali, MD — University of Central Florida
• Study coordinator: Amoy Fraser, PhD, CCRP, PMP
• Email: amoy.fraser@ucf.edu
• Phone: 407-266-8742

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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.