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Gastrointestinal SymptomsNCT03685552

Safety Evaluation of a Diet and Nutritional Supplementation Program- Purify 2.0

A study testing Prog: Purify-2 in people with Gastrointestinal Symptoms, run by Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc. at 1 site in United States.

Completed

Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

Official record
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Trial summary

The study evaluated the safety, tolerability and acceptability of a lifestyle modification program with nutritional supplementation designed to restore balance to healthy bowel function in generally healthy subjects Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 to 69 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
Conditions the study is for
Gastrointestinal Symptoms
What is being tested?
Prog: Purify-2
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
38 participants
Where
1 siteUnited States
Study dates
3 Aug 2017to 13 Sep 2017
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 to 69 years
  • All sexes
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • Men and women ≥ 18 and ≤ 69 years old
  • Generally healthy and meeting entrance criteria
  • Score ≥ 8 points on the Purify Readiness Scale (Appendix B)
  • Willingness to make required lifestyle changes during study participation
  • Ability to understand and the willingness to sign a written informed consent document

Who cannot join

  • Change in prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, medical foods, and nutritional supplements within 30 days prior to Day 1 and for the duration of the study.
  • Use of medications classified as narcotics 15 days prior to Day 1 and for the duration of the study.
  • Use of prescription medications and/or over-the-counter medications for acute and semi-acute medical conditions 15 days prior to Day 1 and for the duration of the study. Use of acetaminophen is permitted on an as-needed basis.
  • Use of an investigational drug or participation in an investigational study within 30 days prior to Day 1 and for the duration of the study.
  • Use of oral or injectable corticosteroids within 30 days prior to Day 1 and for the duration of the study.
  • Use of anticoagulant medications (heparin compounds, platelet inhibitors or warfarin) within 30 days prior to Day 1 and for the duration of the study. Use of aspirin 81 mg or 325 mg once daily is permitted.
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  • Use of neuro-active prescription medications specifically major and atypical antipsychotic medications within 30 days prior to Day 1 and for the duration of the study.
  • Use of prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, medical foods, and nutritional supplements for the treatment of hyperlipidemia within 30 days prior to Day 1 and for the duration of the study.
  • Use of prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, medical foods, and nutritional supplements for the treatment of hyperglycemia within 30 days prior to Day 1 and for the duration of the study.

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

United States1 site
  • The Hughes Center for Research and Innovation

    Lehi, Utah, 84043

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About this study

Official title: Safety Evaluation of a Diet and Nutritional Supplementation Program for Support of Balanced Bowel Function in Healthy Volunteers

The study evaluated the safety, tolerability and acceptability of a lifestyle modification program with nutritional supplementation designed to restore balance to healthy bowel function in generally healthy subjects

Read the detailed description

To investigate the safety, tolerance and acceptability of a lifestyle modification and targeted nutraceuticals for balanced bowel function in generally healthy volunteers. To evaluate safety and tolerability, blood samples were drawn for blood counts, metabolic profiles, plasma lipids, and additional cardiovascular risk factors. Quality of life questionnaires, medical symptom questionnaire were evaluated at baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4. Vitals signs, weight and body composition were monitored at each visit.

Being tested
Prog: Purify-2

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Prog: Purify-2Other

    Nutritional Supplements to be administered:

    • Protein Shakes: one protein shake twice a day
    • Probiotics (Bacillus Coagulans) once a day
    • Biome NO+ ( blend of amino acids, specifically l-arginine and l-citrulline, combined with red beet root, grape polyphenol extract, vitamins and minerals) twice a day
    • In.Form Purify ( blend of psyllium hull, inulin, L-glutamine, fruit, fruit extracts and zinc) twice a day
Study groups in NCT03685552
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Prog: Purify-2ExperimentalAll subjects will be participating in a diet life style modification program (High Phytopro dietary program) ( a modified Mediterranean style low glycemic load food plan) and will be receiving a supportive nutritional supplements over a 4 week period.
Receives: Other: Prog: Purify-2

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Number of participants with treatment-related adverse events (AEs) as assessed by Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events v4.0 (CTCAE v4.0).

    Data collection at individual and group visits and physician interviews at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4) will be used to assess participants for treatment-related adverse events. Subjects with ongoing AEs may be followed for an additional 4 weeks at the discretion of the PI.

    Measured: 4 weeks

Secondary outcomes (28)
  1. Changes in Quality of life questionnaire [Medical Outcomes Study-Short Form 36 (MOS-SF36)] compared to baseline

    The clinician will review the Medical Outcomes Study-Short Form 36 (MOS-SF36)] at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  2. Changes in gastrointestinal Quality of Life questionnaire with Bristol Stool Chart scores compared to baseline

    The clinician will review the Gastrointestinal Quality of Life questionnaire with Bristol Stool Chart scores at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  3. Changes in Medical Symptom Questionnaire compared to baseline

    The clinician will review the Medical Symptom Questionnaire at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  4. Number of participants with treatment-related changes in basic safety labs

    Phlebotomy will be conducted at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Comprehensive Metabolic Panels (CMP) including ALT (Alanine aminotransferase), AST(aspartate aminotransferase) and Complete Blood Counts (CBC) will be assessed for treatment-related change from baseline.

    Measured: 4 weeks

  5. Changes in blood pressure and peripheral pulse compared to baseline

    Blood pressure and peripheral pulse will be monitored at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  6. Changes in weight in pounds compared to baseline

    Weight in pounds will be monitored at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  7. Changes in body fat in percentage compared to baseline

    Body fat in percentage will be monitored at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  8. Changes in body mass index (BMI) in kg/m2 compared to baseline

    Body mass will be monitored at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  9. Changes in waist circumference in inches compared to baseline

    Body mass will be monitored at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  10. Changes in lipid panel compared to baseline

    Lipid panel will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  11. Changes in inflammatory marker (high sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) in mg/L) to identify low levels of inflammation that can be associated with conditions like cardiovascular disease compared to baseline

    hs-CRP will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  12. Changes in Gammaglutamyl transferase (GGT) in U/L compared to baseline

    GGT will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  13. Changes in fasting Glucose and Insulin compared to baseline

    Glucose and Insulin will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  14. Changes in inflammatory markers levels including calprotectin, secretory Immunoglobulin A (IgA), and eosinophil-derived neurotoxin

    Calprotectin, secretory IgA, and eosinophil-derived neurotoxin will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  15. Changes in myeloperoxidase (MPO) levels compared to baseline

    MPO will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  16. Changes in Heme Oxygenase-1 (HO-1) levels in ng/ml compared to baseline

    (HO-1) will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  17. Changes in total branch chain amino acids levels compared to baseline

    Total branch amino acids will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  18. Changes in Trimethylamine N-oxide/ Asymmetric dimethylarginine/ Symmetric dimethylarginine (TMAO/ADMA/SDMA) levels compared to baseline

    TMAO/ADMA/SDMA will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  19. Changes in sodium copper chlorophyllin levels compared to baseline

    Chlorophyllin will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  20. Changes in metallothionein protein levels compared to baseline

    Metallothionein will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  21. Changes in Thiobarbituric acid (TBARS/Malondialdehyde) compared to baseline

    TBARS will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  22. Changes in Total Antioxidant Capacity (TAC) levels as Trolox Equivalent (TE) compared to baseline

    TAC will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  23. Changes in serum Zonulin levels compared to baseline

    Zonulin will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  24. Changes in Lactulose/Mannitol ratio in 24-hour urine collected samples compared to baseline

    Lactulose/Mannitol ratio will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  25. Changes in urine toxic element levels compared to baseline

    Toxic element levels will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  26. Changes in stool Zonulin levels compared to baseline

    Stool Zonulin will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  27. Changes in stool short chain fatty acids (SCFAs) levels including n-butyrate, propionate and acetate compared to baseline

    SCFAs levels will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

  28. Changes in stool Firmicutes count, Bacteroidetes count, and Firmicutes/Bacteroidetes ratio compared to baseline

    stool Firmicutes count, Bacteroidetes count, and Firmicutes/Bacteroidetes ratio will be measured at individual visits (baseline, week 1, week 2 and week 4).

    Measured: 4 weeks

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted26 Sep 2018
  2. Study start3 Aug 2017
  3. Primary completion13 Sep 2017
  4. Study completion13 Sep 2017

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Not applicable
Intervention model
Single group
Masking
None (open label)
Enrolment
38 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT03685552
Sponsor's protocol ID
NSP-CT-012
Status last verified
Sep 2018
First submitted
20 Sep 2018
Last updated
26 Sep 2018
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
Yes
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No

Publications

  • Delzenne NM, Cani PD. Interaction between obesity and the gut microbiota: relevance in nutrition. Annu Rev Nutr. 2011 Aug 21;31:15-31. doi: 10.1146/annurev-nutr-072610-145146.

    PubMed 21568707
  • de Vrese M, Schrezenmeir J. Probiotics, prebiotics, and synbiotics. Adv Biochem Eng Biotechnol. 2008;111:1-66. doi: 10.1007/10_2008_097.

    PubMed 18461293
  • Macfarlane GT, Steed H, Macfarlane S. Bacterial metabolism and health-related effects of galacto-oligosaccharides and other prebiotics. J Appl Microbiol. 2008 Feb;104(2):305-44. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2672.2007.03520.x.

    PubMed 18215222
  • Roberfroid M, Gibson GR, Hoyles L, McCartney AL, Rastall R, Rowland I, Wolvers D, Watzl B, Szajewska H, Stahl B, Guarner F, Respondek F, Whelan K, Coxam V, Davicco MJ, Leotoing L, Wittrant Y, Delzenne NM, Cani PD, Neyrinck AM, Meheust A. Prebiotic effects: metabolic and health benefits. Br J Nutr. 2010 Aug;104 Suppl 2:S1-63. doi: 10.1017/S0007114510003363.

    PubMed 20920376
  • Lamb JJ, Konda VR, Quig DW, Desai A, Minich DM, Bouillon L, Chang JL, Hsi A, Lerman RH, Kornberg J, Bland JS, Tripp ML. A program consisting of a phytonutrient-rich medical food and an elimination diet ameliorated fibromyalgia symptoms and promoted toxic-element detoxification in a pilot trial. Altern Ther Health Med. 2011 Mar-Apr;17(2):36-44.

    PubMed 21717823

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing Prog: Purify-2 in people with Gastrointestinal Symptoms, run by Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc. at 1 site in United States.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 5 inclusion and 9 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 26 Sep 2018. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in United States. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Number of participants with treatment-related adverse events (AEs) as assessed by Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events v4.0 (CTCAE v4.0). (time frame: 4 weeks). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT03685552, which also lists 5 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 26 Sep 2018.

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