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Time-Restricted eating may lift mood in menopause transition

NCT ID NCT07481513

Symptom relief Sponsor: American University of Beirut Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether intermittent fasting (the 16/8 method, where you eat only during an 8-hour window each day) can improve mental health in women going through perimenopause. About 140 women aged 45-55 will be split into two groups: one that follows the fasting plan and one that doesn't. Researchers will measure changes in depression and anxiety symptoms after 3 months to see if this eating pattern helps ease emotional struggles during this life stage.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 140 people

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Started

Sep 2025

Expected to finish

Dec 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

45 to 55 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Participants eligible in this study will be women between the ages of 45 and 55 who are in the perimenopausal stage as defined by the STRAW criteria and confirmed using the Menopausal Rating Scale (MRS). Exclusion Criteria: * Currently using hormone replacement therapy * Diagnosed with severe medical conditions that could interfere with fasting, including uncontrolled diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, cancer or kidney disease * Have a current formal mental health diagnosis as defined by the DSM-5, regardless of whether they are receiving medication or therapy * Experiencing any form of dementia * Have undergone surgical menopause, have premature ovarian failure, are currently undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy, or are ovarian cancer survivors * Are currently pregnant. undergoing treatment for endometriosis, have significant thyroid disorders, or are on any form of hormone therapy * Do not speak English * Participants who score greater than 0 on question 9 of the PHQ-9 (including suicidal ideation) will be removed from the trial and provided with mental health referrals to NGOs for support.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Depression Intermittent Fasting Psychological Well-Being

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Intermittent fasting Mental health Perimenopause

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • American University of Beirut Medical Center

    RECRUITING

    Beirut, Lebanon

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