Can better nutrition keep college athletes healthier? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07136038

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether screening college athletes for low energy availability and providing personalized nutrition advice from a sports dietitian can prevent Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S). About 300 Division III athletes at Case Western Reserve University will be tracked over a competitive season. Researchers will measure grip strength, body composition, and use questionnaires to see if the support improves health and performance.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

nutrition support from a sports dietitian

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that routine nutrition screening and advice helps prevent Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) and improves athlete health and performance.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage observational study with no control group, so results may not prove cause and effect. The benefits seen may not apply to other athlete populations.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport tinea pedis

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Case Western Reserve University

    RECRUITING

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44106, United States

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