Neuro-Nutrition to Support Physiological Function and Cognitive Skills in People With Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and ADHD

NCT ID: NCT07165509

Last Updated: 2025-09-10

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

COMPLETED

Clinical Phase

NA

Total Enrollment

76 participants

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2022-03-26

Study Completion Date

2023-05-01

Brief Summary

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This study aimed to evaluate the impact of a specialized nutritional intervention on physiological performance, sleep quality, and cognitive abilities in individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders, specifically Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorders (ASD), and attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD). The intervention consisted of a modified diet protocol combined with an investigational nutritional formulation administered over a fixed intervention period. Outcomes included cognitive performance measures, sleep parameters, and selected physiological biomarkers.

Detailed Description

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The Neuroalimentación protocol integrates dietary modification and targeted nutritional supplementation to support metabolic, cognitive, and physiological functions in populations with neurodevelopmental conditions. This interventional study was conducted as a longitudinal, prospective trial including participants diagnosed with Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorders, or ADHD. Participants received the intervention for a defined period, during which outcomes related to cognitive performance, physiological markers, and sleep quality were evaluated using standardized neuropsychological tests, polysomnography, and laboratory analyses.

The trial sought to determine whether such dietary and supplementation strategies could enhance functional performance and quality of life in these populations.

Conditions

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Down Syndrome Autism Spectrum Disorder Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Study Design

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Allocation Method

NON_RANDOMIZED

Intervention Model

PARALLEL

Three-arm parallel study. Within each diagnostic cohort (Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, and ADHD), participants were assigned to one of three groups followed concurrently: (1) T-2 nutritional supplement (23 g twice daily) plus a structured dietary program; (2) structured diet only; or (3) no supplement and no structured diet (control). Age range 2-35 years; no crossover.
Primary Study Purpose

SUPPORTIVE_CARE

Blinding Strategy

NONE

Study Groups

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T-2 Supplement + Structured Diet

Participants receive the T-2 nutritional supplement (23 g twice daily) plus a structured dietary program. Arms run in parallel within each diagnostic cohort (Down syndrome, ASD, ADHD).

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

T-2 Nutritional Supplement

Intervention Type DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT

Nutritional supplement labeled "T-2"; dose 23 g twice daily, as specified in the protocol. Used only in the arm "T-2 Supplement + Structured Diet."

Structured Dietary Program

Intervention Type BEHAVIORAL

Rigorous, structured dietary intervention applied according to the study protocol. Used in the arms "T-2 Supplement + Structured Diet" and "Structured Diet Only."

Structured Diet Only

Participants follow the structured dietary intervention without the T-2 supplement.

Group Type ACTIVE_COMPARATOR

Structured Dietary Program

Intervention Type BEHAVIORAL

Rigorous, structured dietary intervention applied according to the study protocol. Used in the arms "T-2 Supplement + Structured Diet" and "Structured Diet Only."

Control

Participants receive no T-2 supplement and no structured dietary program (usual diet).

Group Type NO_INTERVENTION

No interventions assigned to this group

Interventions

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T-2 Nutritional Supplement

Nutritional supplement labeled "T-2"; dose 23 g twice daily, as specified in the protocol. Used only in the arm "T-2 Supplement + Structured Diet."

Intervention Type DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT

Structured Dietary Program

Rigorous, structured dietary intervention applied according to the study protocol. Used in the arms "T-2 Supplement + Structured Diet" and "Structured Diet Only."

Intervention Type BEHAVIORAL

Other Intervention Names

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Complemento Alimenticio T-2 T-2 Structured Diet Neuro-Nutrition Diet Program

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Age 2-35 years at enrollment.
* Clinical diagnosis of Down syndrome (DS), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD/TEA), or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/TDAH). For DS, written karyotype confirmation; for ASD/ADHD, clinical criteria (DSM) and standardized scales per protocol (e.g., Conners).
* Parent/guardian able to provide written informed consent prior to study procedures.
* Willingness to comply with the assigned structured diet and/or supplement regimen and study visits.

Exclusion Criteria

* Individuals outside 2-35 years or without DS/ASD/ADHD diagnosis.
* Healthy volunteers (no target neurodevelopmental condition).
* Inability or unwillingness to adhere to the dietary program and/or supplement (the team may request withdrawal for non-adherence as per protocol).
* Lack of informed consent from parent/guardian.
Minimum Eligible Age

2 Years

Maximum Eligible Age

35 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Sponsors

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Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico

OTHER

Sponsor Role collaborator

Elizabeth Guadalupe Ibarra Coronado

NETWORK

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Elizabeth Guadalupe Ibarra Coronado

Associate Research

Responsibility Role SPONSOR_INVESTIGATOR

Locations

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Instituto Mexicano de Medicina Integral de SueƱo

Mexico City, , Mexico

Site Status

Countries

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Mexico

References

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Provided Documents

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Document Type: Study Protocol and Informed Consent Form

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Other Identifiers

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157118

Identifier Type: OTHER

Identifier Source: secondary_id

CEI-000002-43

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id

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