Ketogenic diet for bipolar disorder brain study
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how a ketogenic diet (very low carb, high fat) might affect brain function in people with bipolar disorder. Participants will follow the diet and have brain scans and blood tests to see how it helps mood and energy levels.
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Who can take part
- Be between 18 and 40 years old
- Have a diagnosis of bipolar I or bipolar II (for the bipolar groups)
- Currently experiencing mild to moderate high mood (hypomania) OR stable mood (euthymic), depending on the group
- Not currently on a ketogenic diet
- Have a smartphone that can use the Keto-Mojo app (iOS 12+ or Android 8+)
- Be willing to avoid alcohol and most recreational drugs (small amounts of cannabis may be allowed)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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