Could a Heart-Healthy diet tame uncontrolled asthma?

NCT ID NCT05251402

Completed Disease control Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 02, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026

Summary

This study investigates whether following the DASH diet—a heart-healthy eating plan—can improve quality of life for adults whose asthma is not well controlled by medication. Participants are randomly assigned to either a DASH-focused behavioral coaching program or standard asthma education. Researchers will track asthma symptoms, daily activities, and emotional well-being over 12 months to see if the diet makes a meaningful difference.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: DASH dietary pattern (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a practical, safe dietary approach to help adults with uncontrolled asthma feel better and have fewer symptoms.
What could go wrong: This is a mid-stage trial, so results are not yet proven. The diet may not improve asthma control for everyone, and sticking to the program can be challenging.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

asthma

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ASTHMA

Contacts and locations

Locations

Department of Medicine

Chicago, Illinois, 60608, United States
UIC CCTS Clinical Research Center

Chicago, Illinois, 60608, United States

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