Cooking for health in older adults
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at whether a healthy cooking program can help people prevent heart disease and cancer. It is for older adults who want to learn to cook in a way that may lower their risk for these conditions.
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Who can take part
- You are 55 years or older.
- You speak English.
- You have never had heart disease or cancer.
- You do not have food allergies (like to milk, eggs, nuts, or gluten).
- You are not on a special diet (like vegan, gluten-free, or keto).
- You do not take certain medications for diabetes or cholesterol (like insulin, metformin, or Ozempic).
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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