Investigating the Effects of a Haskap Berry Supplement on Cognitive Health

ConditionCognition
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age50+
SponsorUniversity of Reading

About this trial

This study aims to investigate the postprandial (2h) and longer term (4 week) effects of a haskap berry supplement on cognitive, vascular, and metabolic function in healthy ageing adults aged 50+.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

50+ years old

Fruit & veg intake less than or equal to 4 servings per day

Adequate English language and visual & auditory acuity to perform the cognitive tasks

Normal BMI for age

Disqualifiers

Being diagnosed with psychological or psychiatric disorders

ADHD or dyslexia

Any food allergy or intolerance

Use of medications and dietary supplements that may impact study results

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Placebo
  • Pure haskap berry powder
  • Vitamin-and mineral-enhanced haskap berry powder

Treatment groups

90 Participants
are divided into 3 treatment groups

Sponsors and collaborators

University of Reading

Lead sponsor

Haskapa Ltd

Collaborator