Beetroot juice for Alzheimer's disease
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether taking beetroot juice (a natural source of nitrates) twice daily is practical for people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. It aims to see if this simple supplement could help improve blood flow to the brain and support thinking skills.
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Who can take part
- You are between 65 and 85 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with mild or moderate Alzheimer's disease.
- You can speak, read, and understand English.
- You have a caregiver, partner, or friend who can help remind you to take the beetroot juice shots twice a day.
- You have not used mouthwash or antibiotics in the past month.
- You are not taking certain medications like proton pump inhibitors, Isosorbide Mononitrate, Sildenafil, or Glyceryl Trinitrate.
Quick eligibility check
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