Nutritional Snacks for Dementia

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Recruiting

Research Sponsored by University of Oregon

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

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

Must have

Has a medical diagnosis of dementia or possible dementia

Be older than 18 years old

Must not have

Requires 100% feeding assistance

Cannot participate in the protocol independently and do not have a consistent caregiver who can provide assistance

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up measured weekly for enrolled participants (weeks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial will test whether or not a new type of snack food, which starts as one texture and changes to another, can help improve the nutritional intake of adults with dementia.

Who is the study for?

This trial is for stable adults living at home with a medical diagnosis of dementia or possible dementia. They must be able to participate in the study protocol on their own or have a caregiver who can assist, and they need smartphone access. People who require full feeding assistance, are NPO (nothing by mouth), have multiple food allergies, or need strict renal, low-fat/no-salt diets cannot join.

What is being tested?

The study tests if transitional-state snacks—foods that change texture—can improve nutrition in people with dementia. These savory snacks resemble regular foods and aim to enhance physical and cognitive health by improving dietary intake.

What are the potential side effects?

While specific side effects aren't listed, potential risks may include choking hazards or allergic reactions if participants react to snack ingredients. Safety will be monitored closely given the vulnerability of individuals with dementia.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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

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I have been diagnosed with dementia.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:

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I need help with all my feeding.

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I can participate on my own or have a caregiver to assist me.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ measured weekly for enrolled participants (weeks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~measured weekly for enrolled participants (weeks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and measured weekly for enrolled participants (weeks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8) for reporting.