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Official title Effect of Lutein, Zeaxanthin, and Meso-Zeaxanthin Supplementation on Skin Carotenoid Concentration: A Six-Month, Placebo-Controlled Crossover Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06965426
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- To compare skin carotenoid scores over 12 weeks of individuals randomized to placebo or MacuHealth and comparing that to a 12 week crossover evaluation.
- Time commitment: about 12 weeks
- 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 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Adult patients 18-50 years old of any sex and any race.
- Willing to comply with the protocol instructions.
- Has read (or has had read to), understood, and signed an Informed Consent.
You likely can't join if
- Current Smoker
- Pregnant, plan to become pregnant or breastfeeding
- History of any non-controlled disease states including diabetes, cancer, heart diseases ETC (we need to confirm this with previous protocols) BMI...
- Currently taking MacuHealth or similar supplements or previous use
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Kansas City, Missouri, 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 - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The study runs about 12 weeks per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Kansas City, Missouri, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.