Brain response to short-chain fatty acid supplement
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests how short-chain fatty acids (substances made by gut bacteria) affect brain activity. Participation involves taking a supplement and having brain scans, and it may help researchers understand how diet and gut health influence the brain.
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Who can take part
- You are male, between 18 and 45 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18.5 and 25 (normal weight range).
- You can speak and understand English or Dutch well.
- You have a freezer at home to store study materials.
- You do not have a current or past neurological, psychiatric, stomach, or hormone disorder.
- You have not taken any medication (like antibiotics, steroids, or painkillers) in the last 3 months.
- You are not a smoker, do not work night shifts, and do not follow a special diet (like vegan, gluten-free, or weight-loss).
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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