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RECRUITING
NCT06237127
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Effects of Goji vs. Fiber on Macular Degeneration

Sponsor: University of California, Davis

View on ClinicalTrials.gov

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

Interventions

DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT

Goji berry

Participants will be instructed to consume 14 grams of goji berries 5 days a week for 6 months

DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT

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