Can pomegranate seed oil cut infections in dementia patients?
NCT ID NCT07432763
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether giving pomegranate seed oil supplements for 24 weeks could help prevent urinary tract infections and pneumonia in people with advanced dementia who are in palliative care. It also checked if the supplement helped reduce or stop antipsychotic medications. The trial included 18 participants and compared the supplement to usual care.
What this could mean
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Active substance
pomegranate seed oil
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, natural way to reduce infections and antipsychotic use in advanced dementia patients.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, completed trial with only 18 participants. Results may not apply to larger groups, and supplements are not a proven treatment.
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Locations
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Palliative Care Centre "Panagia Glykofilousa"
Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia, Greece