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Can a red algae pill help older adults burn fat and stay sharp?

NCT ID NCT07876193

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of North Alabama Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Oct 15, 2026 · Last updated Oct 21, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

Researchers are testing whether a daily astaxanthin capsule changes how older adults use fat for energy during walking, how well they focus and switch tasks, and how quickly they move around. The study includes 15 healthy adults aged 60 and older who take both astaxanthin and a placebo capsule for five weeks each, without knowing which is which. By comparing the two periods, the team aims to see if astaxanthin makes any difference to metabolism, cognition, or physical function.

What this could mean

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Active substance
astaxanthin, an antioxidant supplement taken as a daily capsule
What this could lead to
If astaxanthin helps, it could become a simple daily supplement that supports fat burning, thinking, and walking ability in older adults.
What could go wrong
This is a small, short study of 15 healthy older adults, so any effect may be too slight to notice or may not hold for other people. Supplements can also interact with medications or cause unexpected side effects.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

15 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2025

Finished

Jun 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

60 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 60 years or older. * Community-dwelling individuals. * Able to provide written informed consent. * No physician-identified mobility impairment, cardiovascular disease, or cognitive dysfunction. * Refrained from antioxidant supplementation for at least two weeks before enrollment. Exclusion Criteria: * Younger than 60 years. * Physician-identified mobility impairment, cardiovascular disease, or cognitive dysfunction. * Timed Up and Go performance exceeding age-specific screening thresholds for impaired mobility. * Antioxidant supplement use within two weeks before enrollment.

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Healthy aging

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of North Alabama

    Florence, Alabama, 35661, United States

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