Algae extract could shield menopausal brains from mental decline
NCT ID NCT07600567
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a daily lutein supplement made from microalgae can slow cognitive decline in postmenopausal women with obesity. 300 women aged 48-60 will take either 6 mg, 14 mg, or a placebo for 180 days. Researchers will measure changes in memory, attention, and inflammation markers.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Lutein (from microalgae)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple dietary supplement to help protect thinking skills and reduce inflammation in postmenopausal women.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage trial with no phase designation, so results are uncertain. The study only includes a specific group (postmenopausal women with obesity), so findings may not apply to everyone.
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Faculty of Food Science and Nutrition, Poznan University of Life Sciences
Poznan, 60-637, Poland
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