Can blueberries soothe inflammation in seniors with the blues?

NCT ID NCT05937165

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Hebrew SeniorLife Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tested whether freeze-dried blueberry powder can boost flavonoid levels and reduce inflammation in older adults with mild depressive symptoms. Six participants aged 65 and older consumed either a standard or higher dose of blueberry powder for three days. Researchers measured changes in urine flavonoids and blood markers of inflammation like C-reactive protein.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Freeze-dried blueberry powder
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward a dietary approach to reduce inflammation linked to depression in older adults.
What could go wrong: This is a very small pilot study with only 6 participants, so results may not apply broadly. It only looks at short-term effects, not long-term benefits.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Depression

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

AGING DEPRESSIVE SYMPTOMS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Hebrew Rehabilitation Center

Roslindale, Massachusetts, 02131, United States

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