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Omega-Cold Supplementation With Free Fatty Acids for the Prevention of Respiratory Infections in Adults.

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - 80 YearsAllLandspitali University Hospital
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

The purpose of this study is to investigate whether fish oil containing free fatty acids affects people's susceptibility to viral infections such as colds, influenza, and COVID-19, as well as the course of these illnesses. Omega Cold is purified fish oil with 2% added free fatty acids, making it similar in that respect to less-purified fish oils. Participants aged 18-80 in generally good health will be recruited through Matรญs' consumer mailing list and social media advertisements. A total of 400 participants are planned: 100 in the winter of 2025-2026 and 300 in the winter of 2026-2027. Participants will be randomly assigned to two equal groups. One group will take Omega Cold orally twice a day for four months, while the other receives a placebo (vegetable oil) taken in the same way. They will not be asked to change any other habits. All participants will report weekly on their health an

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * to be in general good health * 18 to 80 years of age * willing and able to take fish oil orally. Exclusion Criteria: * younger than 18 years * older than 80 years
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What it tests

  • Omega-3 oil with 2% Free Fatty Acids
  • Vegatable oil
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Where

1 site
Matรญs ohf.
Reykjavik, Iceland
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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