Protein supplement for muscle health during menstrual cycle
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests whether taking a protein supplement during the luteal phase of your menstrual cycle can help prevent muscle breakdown. It may help women who want to maintain muscle strength and understand how their cycle affects their body.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between the ages of 18 and 35.
- You have regular periods without any hormonal birth control for the last 6 months.
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or have not been pregnant or breastfeeding in the last 6 months.
- You are not vegetarian because the protein comes from animal sources.
- You do not have any chronic health conditions like heart disease, diabetes, or cancer.
- You are not taking certain medications like steroids, chronic anti-inflammatory drugs, or hormone-based acne medications.
- You are not using recreational drugs and do not have a diagnosis of PCOS, endometriosis, or other menstrual cycle disorders.
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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