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Genistein, Equol, Cognitive Function and Mood: Acute. (GECFAMa)

Sponsor: University of Reading

Summary

Isoflavones (ISF) are naturally occurring compounds that can provide protective benefits for certain domains of cognitive function. Studies on the prevalence of cognitive decline and cancers in the Asian diet-eating areas of the world have investigated the effects of the ISFs and how they affect our bodies and brains. Previous literature has shown that ISFs are capable of binding oestrogen receptors in our brains that provide protection in terms of antioxidation, anti-inflammatory and promoting the growth and interaction of our brain cells. Genistein is an important SIF having been shown to provide a strong protective response in our brains and other aspects of healthcare; Equol is a metabolite of SIFs and is thought to provide a similar (or stronger) response than Genistein due to its receptor binding strength. Unfortunately, not everyone is capable of digesting Equol from other Isoflavones (Daidzein) and therefore supplementing this directly could provide neurological benefits at a similar level, if not stronger than, Genistein. This acute study will aim to evaluate the efficacies of two ISFs (Genistein and Equol) versus a control group, in an immediately post-prandial timeframe. SIF are "Generally Recognised As Safe" ("GRAS") molecules by the United States of America's classification regulatory commission the Federal Drug Administration as well as deemed "Safe" by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). Participant will be required to undertake 2 one hour-long sessions. Interventions will be taken once after the baseline task battery is completed.

Official title: Investigation of Genistein and Equol's Effects on Cognitive Function Domains and Mood Measures in a Post-prandial Time-frame, Placebo-controlled and Double-blind Clinical Trial

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