Gut check: could changing your diet slow memory loss?

NCT ID NCT06039267

First seen Feb 02, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study looked at the gut bacteria of 44 adults aged 50-90, including healthy volunteers, people with mild cognitive impairment, and those with early Alzheimer's disease. Researchers wanted to see if lifestyle changes could alter the gut microbiome and possibly slow memory decline. The goal was to gather information for designing future, larger studies on lifestyle and brain health.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences

    Washington D.C., District of Columbia, 20037, United States

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