The Effect of Consumption of Almonds and Snack Mix Daily for 6 Months on Cognitive Function in Older Adults
The Effect of Consumption of Almonds and Snack Mix Daily for 6 Months on Cognitive Function in Older Adults
NCT ID: NCT03093896 Phase: NA Status: COMPLETED Enrollment: 60 Completion: 2019-05
Conditions
Mild Cognitive Impairment
Interventions
snack mix, almonds, 1.5 oz, almonds, 3 oz
Summary
Cognitive impairment is also a major risk factor for development of dementia later in life. Findings from recent studies suggest that the there are many nutrients contained in foods that may be important in cognitive function in the elderly. This study evaluates long-term intervention with almonds and snack mix as a treatment strategy for age-related cognitive impairment which could possibly prevent the onset of dementia.
The proposed study is designed as a randomized, placebo controlled trial that tests the effects of 6 month supplementation with 1.5 or 3 ounces of almonds or 3 ounces of shortbread containing coconut oil on cognitive function in older adults. Secondary outcomes include plasma biomarkers of oxidative stress and inflammation.
Primary Outcome
executive function executive function assessed by test administered via CANTAB (www.cambridgecognition.com)