Omega-3 diet program for people with COPD
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests whether increasing omega-3 (from diet and/or supplements) helps people with COPD. It enrolls people with low omega-3 intake and asks them to follow a specific dietary plan during the study.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are age 40 or older
- A doctor has diagnosed you with COPD
- Your COPD breathing test fits certain levels (FVC/FEV1 pattern and stage II to IV)
- You have a history of smoking exposure (at least 10 pack-years)
- Your omega-3 intake is low (less than 500 mg of EPA+DHA per day from food and/or supplements)
- You are willing to follow the diet plan, including eating seafood
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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