Testing a specific diet for Gulf War illness
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This Phase 3 study tests whether following a study diet can improve symptoms of Gulf War illness. It may help people by confirming whether diet changes are an effective treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are age 75 or younger
- You served in the 1990–1991 Persian Gulf War
- Your diagnosis matches both CDC and Kansas definitions of Gulf War illness
- You can keep your current medications (and supplements) the same for at least 1 month, and during the study
- You do not have a substance use disorder from the past year
- You are willing to stop alcohol, tobacco (including vaping), and marijuana during the study and follow the diet plan
Quick eligibility check
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