MIND diet and forest bathing for heart and mind
Part of Genetic & congenital, Hormones & metabolism, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a brain-healthy diet (MIND diet) combined with relaxing walks in nature (forest bathing) can help protect your heart and improve your mood. It is for Chinese adults aged 50–75 who have high cholesterol and some anxiety.
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Who can take part
- You are between 50 and 75 years old.
- You are of Chinese descent and speak Cantonese.
- Your 'bad' cholesterol (LDL) is higher than 2.6 mmol/L.
- Your anxiety score is 38 or above on a standard test.
- You can walk and do light exercise safely.
- You do not have poorly controlled kidney disease, COPD, or food allergies to berries, nuts, fish, or olive oil.
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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