Can what you eat help sickle cell? new study investigates diet and symptoms
NCT ID NCT05170412
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how diet and eating habits affect the health of adults with sickle cell disease. Researchers will interview participants about their food intake and behaviors, and collect blood and urine samples. The goal is to understand links between nutrition and symptoms like pain, mood, and overall well-being. No treatment is given; this is purely an observational study.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could reveal dietary patterns that improve health or reduce symptoms in sickle cell disease, guiding future nutrition-based recommendations.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to all patients with sickle cell disease.
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
RECRUITINGBethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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