Fish oil pills may ease autism symptoms in young kids
NCT ID NCT04312932
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether omega-3 and omega-6 supplements could improve behavior and reduce inflammation in 98 children aged 2-6 with autism. Researchers measured changes in autism symptoms and certain blood markers over 90 days. The goal was to see if these natural supplements could ease symptoms, not cure the condition.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Phase 2
Tests whether the treatment actually works, and watches for side effects, in a larger group.
- Participants
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98 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Dec 2021
- Finished
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Apr 2024
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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2 to 6 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 2-6 years old * ASD diagnosis at Nationwide Children's Hospital within the prior 6 months * English is primary language Exclusion Criteria: * Fatty acid supplementation in the past 6 months * Consumes fatty fish more than 3 times per week * Still breastfeeding or formula feeding * Bleeding disorder * Quadriparesis * Deafness * Blindness * Seizure disorder diagnosis * Autoimmune disorder including Type 1 Diabetes, Fragile X, Rett, Angelman Syndromes, Tuberous Sclerosis * Feeding problems precluding consumption of the supplement * Ingredient allergy (canola, fish, or borage seed) * Planned surgeries scheduled within the time frame of trial participation
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, Ohio, 43205, United States
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