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Effects of Goji vs. Fiber on Macular Degeneration
Sponsor: University of California, Davis
Summary
The goal of this project is to conduct a clinical trial in 60 participants ranging from age 65-95 who are at risk for age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The study will evaluate the effects of 14g of goji berry intake or an equivalent amount and type of fiber, five days a week for six months, on visual health, gut microbiome profiles, skin carotenoid measures, and lipoprotein profiles.
Official title: Effects of Goji Berry Intake on Risk of Age-related Macular Degeneration: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
65 Years - 95 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2024-04-29
Completion Date
2027-06-30
Last Updated
2025-06-24
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Goji berry
Participants will be instructed to consume 14 grams of goji berries 5 days a week for 6 months
Fiber
Participants will be instructed to consume the fiber supplements 5 days a week for 6 months
Locations (1)
UC Davis Eye Center, Tschannen Eye Institute
Sacramento, California, United States