Can berry leaves boost memory? new study tests supplement in seniors

NCT ID NCT06819163

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Seppic Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a daily berry leaf extract supplement could improve memory, attention, and mood in healthy adults aged 60 to 80 who had minor memory complaints. Over 12 weeks, 109 participants took either the supplement or a placebo. The main focus was on changes in working memory and other cognitive skills.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: berry leaf extract
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a natural supplement to help maintain memory and attention in older adults.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with no phase designation, so results may not be conclusive or generalizable. The effect on cognitive performance may be minimal or not clinically meaningful.

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Locations

Center of Investigation in Clinical Nutrition (CICN)

Louvain-la-Neuve, 1348, Belgium

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