Prediabetes study: Wild Blueberry
Official title Wild Blueberries for Gut, Brain, and Cardiometabolic Health in Prediabetes
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06735651
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether a freeze‑dried wild blueberry powder can improve heart health, brain function, and gut bacteria in women who have prediabetes.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you are an adult woman with prediabetes and are not taking other special diets or medications for diabetes.
- What's involved
- You will take a blueberry powder supplement at home and have a few visits for blood tests, brain tests, and gut sample checks. The study will also measure your heart and body changes.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about 12 weeks, with a few clinic visits for tests and check‑ins.
You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 20 to 65, women only
You may be able to join if
- Women aged 20-65 years old
- Prediabetes (fasting blood glucose 100-125 mg/dL and/or HbA1c percentage between 5.7-6.4)
- Body Mass Index between 25-30 kg/m\^2
You likely can't join if
- Allergies to berries
- Use of insulin, antidiabetic, antibiotics, and anti-inflammatory drugs
- Active cancer, gastrointestinal, renal, thyroid, stage 1 \& 2 hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases, neurological diseases, or severe head...
- Smoking
- Consumes greater than 2 alcoholic beverages per day
- Consumes antioxidant, probiotic, and prebiotic supplements
See the full eligibility criteria
- Women aged 20-65 years old
- Prediabetes (fasting blood glucose 100-125 mg/dL and/or HbA1c percentage between 5.7-6.4)
- Body Mass Index between 25-30 kg/m\^2
- Allergies to berries
- Use of insulin, antidiabetic, antibiotics, and anti-inflammatory drugs
- Active cancer, gastrointestinal, renal, thyroid, stage 1 \& 2 hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases, neurological diseases, or severe head injury
- Smoking
- Consumes greater than 2 alcoholic beverages per day
- Consumes antioxidant, probiotic, and prebiotic supplements
- Pregnant or Lactating
- Actively participating in a weight loss program
- Currently taking berry supplements or recently participated in another study taking berry supplements
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 20 years to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Atlanta, Georgia, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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