Grapes for Crohn's Disease

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Recruiting

Led By Abigail Basson, PhD

Research Sponsored by Case Western Reserve University

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Documented diagnosis of Crohns disease. CD outpatients in remission

Be older than 18 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up baseline (pre-intervention), immediately after the intervention

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial aims to see how eating grape powder every day affects the gut bacteria in adults with Crohn's disease.

Who is the study for?

This trial is for adults who can consent to participate, are able to take oral nutrition, complete daily surveys, and record their meals. They must have a confirmed diagnosis of Crohn's disease but currently be in remission as indicated by a Harvey Bradshaw index score of less than 5.

What is being tested?

The study tests the effects of consuming freeze-dried grape powder (46g/day) on gut bacteria composition in patients with Crohn's Disease. It aims to see if grapes can influence the condition positively.

What are the potential side effects?

Potential side effects aren't specified for this trial; however, since it involves dietary intervention with grape powder, possible reactions may include gastrointestinal discomfort or allergic reactions.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below

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My Crohn's disease is currently in remission.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ baseline (pre-intervention), immediately after the intervention

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~baseline (pre-intervention), immediately after the intervention

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and baseline (pre-intervention), immediately after the intervention for reporting.