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Effects of a Black Rice Extract and Anthocyanidin Metabolites on the Synthesis and Release of BDNF in Healthy Subjects (NCT06594848)

Investigating the Effects of Dietary Supplementation With a Black Rice Anthocyanidin Rich Extract (BRE) and Anthocyanidin Metabolites on the Synthesis and Release of Brain Derived Neurotropic Factor (BDNF) in Healthy Subjects

๐Ÿ”ต Active, Not Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿ“‹ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: University of California, Davis

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The goal of this clinical trial is to investigate the effect of black rice extract (BRE) supplementation on levels of BDNF, which is a key molecule in cognition in healthy volunteers. The main questions to answer are: Does single BRE consumption increase levels of BDNF in the circulation in healthy men and women? Does single BRE consumption impact BDNF gene expression in cells isolated from the blood? Researchers will compare BRE to a placebo (a look-alike supplement that contains no BRE) to see if BRE increases levels of BDNF in blood.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Ragle Human Nutrition Research Center, Academic Surge II โ€” Davis, California

Age range: 18 Years to 80 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

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๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Ragle Human Nutrition Research Center, Academic Surge II โ€” Davis, California

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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