Status:
COMPLETED
Study on Whether Tart Cherry Juice Can Reduce Oxidative Stress and Inflammation
Lead Sponsor:
Kronos Longevity Research Institute
Collaborating Sponsors:
Vanderbilt University
Conditions:
Oxidative Stress
Antioxidant Capacity
Eligibility:
All Genders
55-80 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
Oxidative stress has been linked to many diseases associated with aging, including coronary heart disease and Alzheimer's disease. Antioxidants and special proteins in the body work together to help p...
Detailed Description
Objectives The primary objective of this pilot study is to investigate whether tart cherry juice consumption can reduce oxidative stress in older adults as measured by attenuation of F2-isoprostane r...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- men and women, ages 55-80y, in good health, with \>8 years of education
- non-smoker
- able to give informed consent
Exclusion
- use of anti-oxidant supplements, in excess of a standard multi-vitamins
- current hormone replacement therapy
- any history of significant chronic disease
- uncontrolled hypertension
- body mass index (BMI) \> 30 kg/m2
- high physical activity level, as determined by questions on the screening questionnaire
- use of anti-inflammatory medication
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
October 1 2007
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
April 1 2008
Estimated Enrollment :
12 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00847743
Start Date
October 1 2007
End Date
April 1 2008
Last Update
February 19 2009
Active Locations (1)
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Kronos Longevity Research Institute
Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85016