Moderate wine and healthy aging study
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether moderate wine consumption can help healthy aging by looking at tiny particles in your blood after a meal. It may help you understand how wine affects your body's cells.
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Who can take part
- You are between 35 and 65 years old.
- You are a healthy non-smoker or quit smoking at least 12 months ago.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18.5 and 30.
- You currently drink alcohol moderately (up to 1 drink a day for women, up to 2 for men).
- You can avoid alcohol, certain foods, and intense exercise for 2 days before each visit.
- You do not have any major health conditions like heart disease, diabetes, or high blood pressure, and you are not taking medications for these.
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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