Eating within a specific time frame to help prevent cognitive decline in older adults
Official title: Time restricted eating for prevention of age-related vascular cognitive decline in older adults
Funded at University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr · NIH-10913597 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at whether eating within specific hours each day can help older adults keep their brains healthy and prevent memory problems as they age, by seeing how this eating pattern affects blood flow to the brain.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oklahoma City, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | May 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $181,250 |
| NIH project number | 5R21AG080775-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10913597 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults who are at risk for or experiencing cognitive decline.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not older adults or those with severe cognitive impairment may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how time-restricted eating may help maintain cognitive health and prevent age-related vascular cognitive decline in older adults. The study focuses on understanding the relationship between dietary habits and cerebral blood flow, which is crucial for brain function. By examining the effects of a structured eating schedule, the research aims to identify potential improvements in cognitive function and vascular health among participants. The approach combines clinical assessments with dietary interventions to evaluate outcomes over time.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new dietary recommendations that help preserve cognitive function in older adults.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results with dietary interventions in improving cognitive health, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
Oklahoma City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Yabluchanskiy, Andriy — University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
- Study coordinator: Yabluchanskiy, Andriy
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.