Elderberry gum for memory and mouth health in older adults
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether chewing elderberry gum can improve memory and oral health in older adults with mild cognitive decline. If you are 60 or older and have some memory issues, this gum might help support your brain and mouth health.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years old or older.
- You have mild memory problems (a score of 20-25 on a memory test called MoCA).
- You have stable health conditions like high blood pressure or controlled diabetes.
- You have at least 20 natural teeth or use dentures that let you chew without problems.
- You do not smoke, and you have not taken antibiotics, probiotics, or prebiotics in the last 3 months.
- You are not allergic to elderberries.
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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