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nutrition education plus inactive supplement
Nutrition education combined with an inactive placebo supplement aims to improve dietary behaviors and health outcomes through behavioral intervention alone.
Nutrition education combined with an inactive placebo supplement aims to improve dietary behaviors and health outcomes through behavioral intervention alone. Used for Nutritional counseling and dietary behavior modification (specific indication not specified).
At a glance
| Generic name | nutrition education plus inactive supplement |
|---|---|
| Also known as | none known |
| Sponsor | University of Southern California |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Nutrition/Preventive Health |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
This is a behavioral intervention study design where nutrition education serves as the active component to modify eating habits and nutritional knowledge, while the inactive supplement acts as a control or placebo. The mechanism relies on patient education and behavior change rather than pharmacological action. This approach is commonly used in clinical trials to isolate the effect of educational intervention from any placebo effects.
Approved indications
- Nutritional counseling and dietary behavior modification (specific indication not specified)
Common side effects
Key clinical trials
- Family-based Lifestyle Intervention Program and Carotenoid Supplementation for Children With Obesity (NA)
- Supplements for Controlling Resistance to Insulin (PHASE4)
- Prevention of Obesity in Military Communities - Fit4Duty (NA)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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