Chia seeds may improve breast milk for moms with obesity

NCT ID NCT07343908

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Oklahoma Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether eating chia seeds while breastfeeding can change the makeup of breast milk and reduce inflammation in mothers who are overweight. About 80 mothers will take chia seeds for 6 weeks, and researchers will measure nutrients and health markers in their milk and blood. The goal is to see if this simple addition can improve health for both mom and baby.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Breast Feeding Obesity obesity disorder Overweight

As listed by the trial registrant

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

BREASTFEEDING, EXCLUSIVE OBESITY AND OVERWEIGHT

Contacts and locations

Locations

Brigham and Womens Hospital

Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73104, United States

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