University Of Reading

This small, completed pilot study tested whether taking an ETAS® supplement for 12 weeks could help with memory, mood, and inflammation in healthy adults aged 60-80 who were experiencing mild to moderate 'brain fog' or forgetfulness. Forty-five participants were randomly assigned…

This study tested whether serving meals with easier-to-chew textures could help older adults in care homes eat faster and consume more food. Researchers compared two different meal plans over two separate days for 30 participants. The goal was to find practical ways to improve nu…

This study tested whether eating a special bread fortified with prebiotic fiber for 12 weeks could improve memory, mood, and reduce body inflammation in healthy adults aged 60-75 who had mild concerns about their thinking. Fifty-five participants were randomly assigned to eat eit…

This study explored whether taking high-dose vitamin B6 supplements could make healthy adults less sensitive to pain. Researchers gave 43 participants either vitamin B6 or a placebo and then tested their pain thresholds using controlled heat and mild electrical stimulation on the…

This study investigated whether drinking a type of high-quality 'specialty coffee' could improve memory and thinking speed in people with type 2 diabetes, who have a higher risk of cognitive decline. Forty participants who were already coffee drinkers tested a specialty coffee an…

This small, completed pilot study explored whether taking a daily fiber supplement for 12 weeks could improve memory, mood, and gut bacteria in healthy adults aged 60-75. Fifty participants were randomly assigned to receive either the fiber blend or a placebo powder. The main goa…