Probiotic supplement for memory and thinking
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether taking a specific probiotic (a beneficial bacteria) can help improve memory and thinking in people with mild cognitive impairment who show signs of amyloid in the brain. If you qualify, you'll be randomly assigned to receive either the probiotic or a placebo (a dummy pill) to see if it helps.
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Who can take part
- Age 60 or older
- Diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment (MCI)
- Evidence of amyloid in the brain (from a PET scan or spinal fluid test)
- No probiotics, yogurt with live cultures, or other dietary supplements in the past 3 months
- No antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, or stomach/gut medications in the past 3 months
- No current cancer treatment, no severe mental illness, and expected to live at least 6 more months
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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