Greek yogurt and muscle, blood sugar, and brain health in post-menopausal women
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether eating whole or skimmed milk Greek yogurt every day affects muscle strength, blood sugar control, and memory in women after menopause. It may help show if yogurt can support healthy aging.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman aged 50 to 65 years.
- You are past menopause (no period for at least 12 months) or have had your ovaries or uterus removed.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 25 or higher but less than 40, or your body fat is 36% or more.
- You are not allergic to dairy and can eat all foods provided in the study.
- You are willing to pause certain medications (blood thinners and NSAIDs) and avoid vigorous exercise during the study.
- You have not had weight changes of more than 5 kg (about 11 pounds) in the last two months.
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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