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Nutritional Intervention for College Students With Depression
Sponsor: University of California, San Diego
Summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to assess the feasibility of nutritional interventions in college students with depression. The main outcomes it aims to measure are: * Nutritional content, meal timing, and sleep patterns in college students with depression * Feasibility of nutritional interventions (Mediterranean Diet and Time-Restricted Eating + Mediterranean Diet) in college students with depression Researchers will compare two groups - Mediterranean Diet (Med-Diet) and Time-Restricted Eating + Mediterranean Diet (TRE + Med-Diet) - to assess adherence to the dietary interventions and overall feasibility of the study procedures. Participants will: * Complete a 2-week baseline logging diet, sleep, activity, and mood * Be randomized to Mediterranean Diet (Med-Diet) or Time-Restricted Eating + Med-Diet (TRE + Med-Diet) * Participate in dietary counseling with a registered dietitian during the 8-week intervention * Continue to log diet, wear an actigraphy device, and complete mood, sleep, and diet assessments throughout the intervention
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
30
Start Date
2026-03
Completion Date
2028-02
Last Updated
2026-03-24
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Mediterranean Diet
Participants will receive ongoing dietary counseling, nutritional resources, and practical tips to support adoption of a Mediterranean-style dietary pattern emphasizing healthy fats (e.g., olive oil), whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes, while limiting red meat and dairy products throughout the intervention period.
Time-Restricted Eating
Participants will receive guidance to restrict daily food intake to a consistent 10-hour eating window.
Locations (1)
University of California San Diego
La Jolla, California, United States