Running Blue: Can an acute bout of blueberries boost post-exercise-induced benefits to brain oxygenation and cognitive function?

Not Applicable

• Conditions: ow-fit and high-fit young (18-40) adults; Not Applicable

• Registration Number: ISRCTN75238244
• Lead Sponsor: niversity of Birmingham

Brief Summary

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Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2023-06-20
• Last Update Posted: 15 April 2024
• Study Completion: 2024-12-31

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Ongoing
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 64

Inclusion Criteria

1. Healthy male or female
2. Aged 18-40 years old
3. Have a VO2max of <34 or >41 ml/kg/min in Females or <40 or >50 ml/kg/min in Males

Exclusion Criteria

1. Consumption of more than 21 units of alcohol per week
2. A history of cardiopulmonary, cerebrovascular, musculoskeletal affecting the limbs, respiratory, metabolic, metabolic, liver, inflammatory diseases, or neurological illness. This may include but is not limited to; blood-clotting disorders, hypertension (BP > 140/90 mmHg), diabetes mellitus, anaemia, asthma (only if you take regular/daily medication or require medication before or after exercise), immune conditions, elevated cholesterol, smokers, or have recently had prolonged bed rest.
3. Known allergy to berries
4. Consumption of a weight-reducing dietary regiment
5. Taking any dietary supplements, including fatty acids and vitamins
6. Long-term medication or have been on antibiotics for the last 3 months
7. Do not have an infection at present (e.g., cold)
8. Do not have a VO2max between Female: >34 and <41 and Male: >40 and <50 ml/kg/min

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified