Brain health lifestyle study: timed eating and mindfulness
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a combination of time-restricted eating and mindfulness can help protect brain health in people with early memory concerns. It lasts 9 months and includes regular guidance and support.
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Who can take part
- You are between 60 and 80 years old
- You have been told you have mild memory problems (MCI) or you notice memory concerns not yet diagnosed (SCI)
- You have a positive blood test for a protein called pTau217, linked to brain changes in early Alzheimer's
- You are able to follow a 9-month program that involves mindful eating and eating within a certain window of time each day
- You do not have any serious untreated medical conditions, recent stroke or heart attack, active cancer, or substance use problems
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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