Mood boost in a pill? citicoline supplement put to the test

NCT ID NCT07089238

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study is testing whether a dietary supplement called citicoline can improve mood in healthy adults who are experiencing moderate mood disturbances. Researchers will give 90 participants either citicoline or a placebo daily and measure changes in mood, sleep quality, stress, and certain blood markers. The goal is to see if this supplement offers a simple way to support emotional well-being.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
citicoline (dietary supplement)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple supplement to help improve mood and reduce stress in healthy people.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial in healthy volunteers, not a patient population. The effects may be small or no different from placebo.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The Center for Applied Health Sciences

    RECRUITING

    Canfield, Ohio, 44406, United States

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