Research on Effect of Curcumin in Older Adults – Response to Varying Doses (RECORD Study)

Not Applicable

• Conditions: Inflammation; Inflammatory and Immune System - Normal development and function of the immune system

• Registration Number: ACTRN12621000980831
• Lead Sponsor: Massey University

Brief Summary

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Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2021-07-26
• Last Update Posted: 10 August 2021

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: ot yet recruiting
• Sex: Male
• Target Recruitment: 12

Inclusion Criteria

Participants must be healthy males and in the age category of 50-70 years, with a BMI of 18 - 30 kg/m2 and not taking any curcumin supplements (in the last 6 months). They should be non-smokers and available to come to the lab for visits.

Exclusion Criteria

Potential participants will be excluded if they have established gall bladder problems, pacemaker implants, severe neurological diseases or seizures. Based on their medication intake from the medical questionnaire, participants will be excluded from the trial if they are taking any medication for type II diabetes mellitus, hypertension and heart conditions; and curcumin supplements (in the past 6 months) to avoid any possible drug interaction with curcumin.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified