Exercise and Mediterranean diet for postpartum mood
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at whether gentle exercise and a Mediterranean diet (lots of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats) can help prevent or ease the 'baby blues' — the mood swings many women feel after childbirth. If you've recently had a baby, this might be a way to support your emotional well-being.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman aged 18 or older
- You understand Italian well enough to read and speak it
- You are able to do physical activity safely (no conditions that make exercise dangerous)
- You are in the postpartum period (recently had a baby)
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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