Dietary change study for narcolepsy and hypersomnia
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether changing your diet to include more animal protein and fat (like a low-carb diet) can improve symptoms of narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia. You'll need to check your ketone levels at home and be willing to make lasting dietary changes.
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Who can take part
- Diagnosed with type 1 narcolepsy, type 2 narcolepsy, or idiopathic hypersomnia based on sleep tests (like MSLT or 24-hour sleep study).
- Age 18 or older.
- Currently eat a moderate-to-high carbohydrate diet (more than 130g carbs per day) and are willing to switch to a higher fat, lower carb diet that includes animal products.
- Willing to test your ketones using a finger-prick test and urine test sticks at home.
- Have a device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) and internet access for telehealth visits.
- Able to read and understand English, or have someone to help you during appointments.
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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