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Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Glasgow, explained in plain language.
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Krill oil supplement may boost muscle in middle age, small study hints
Disease control CompletedThis completed study tested whether taking krill oil supplements for six months could improve muscle strength and mass in adults aged 35 to 60. Fifty-four participants took either krill oil or a vegetable oil placebo. The researchers measured changes in leg strength, grip strengt…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Glasgow • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Krill power: could this tiny creature help seniors build stronger muscles?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether taking krill oil or krill protein can help people aged 60 and older build more muscle after weightlifting. 52 participants did a single session of resistance exercise and then had their muscle-building processes measured. The goal was to see if these …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Glasgow • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Can a High-Fiber diet soothe ulcerative colitis? new study tests UC-TREAT
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a 15-day diet called UC-TREAT, rich in high-fiber foods, fermented foods, and berries, in 36 adults—some healthy and some with quiescent (inactive) ulcerative colitis. Researchers measured changes in gut bacteria, digestive symptoms, and diet acceptability. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Glasgow • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Krill oil and fasting: a new way to keep muscle while shedding pounds?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether taking krill oil (a source of omega-3s) while following an alternate-day fasting diet helps adults with overweight or obesity lose fat without losing muscle strength. Fifty healthy adults were randomly assigned to receive either krill oil or a placebo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Glasgow • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Meal timing may skew eating behavior surveys, small study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether taking a survey before or after a meal changes how people report their appetite and eating habits. 33 healthy adults completed questionnaires about their eating behaviors and weekly appetite, both before breakfast and 90 minutes after. The goal was to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Glasgow • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Grocery gains: shopping bags as strength training?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether carrying heavy shopping bags twice a week for 15 minutes could help adults who don't do strength exercises improve their muscle mass, strength, and endurance. 45 people took part, with one group carrying bags in a lab and the other group sticking to t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Glasgow • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC