New study tests lifestyle makeover to keep aging brains sharp
NCT ID NCT07628686
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
The EMBRACE trial will test whether a 12-month program combining Mediterranean diet advice, cognitive and language training, physical activity, and financial/digital literacy can help older adults at risk of cognitive decline. 120 participants will be randomly assigned to the program or regular health counseling. The study will measure changes in thinking skills and quality of life.
What this could mean
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Active substance
multicomponent program (nutrition, cognitive training, physical activity, financial/digital literacy)
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could offer a practical way to help older adults maintain their thinking skills and quality of life as they age.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with no blinding for participants, so results may not be definitive or apply to everyone. The program is complex and may be hard to stick with.
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Conditions
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University Fernando Pessoa
Porto, Porto District, 4249-004, Portugal
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