Time-Restricted eating tested for bipolar disorder: a simple diet hack for mood?
NCT ID NCT06560957
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tests whether time-restricted eating (eating all food within a 10-hour window each day) is feasible and acceptable for people with bipolar disorder. 40 participants will either follow the eating schedule or receive nutritional counseling for 8 weeks. The goal is to see if people stick with it and if it helps with mood, sleep, and inflammation.
What this could mean
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Active substance
time restricted eating (10-hour eating window)
What this could lead to
If this works, it could point toward a simple dietary routine that helps manage mood and circadian disruption in bipolar disorder.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study (40 people) testing only feasibility, not effectiveness. It may not show clear benefits, and results may not apply to everyone with bipolar disorder.
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