Investigating how the MIND diet affects brain health and Alzheimer's disease through metabolic signatures.
Metabolic signatures of the MIND diet to objectively investigate with all cause and Alzheimer’s Disease dementia and PET imaging Biomarkers of Alzheimer's Disease
This study is looking at how the MIND diet, which mixes the Mediterranean and DASH diets, might help keep your brain healthy and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease, and it's for people who want to learn more about how what they eat can affect their brain health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Science Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Antonio, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10890937 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research explores the impact of the MIND diet, which combines elements of the Mediterranean and DASH diets, on brain health and Alzheimer's disease. By analyzing metabolic signatures and using advanced PET imaging techniques, the study aims to identify how dietary patterns influence neurodegenerative outcomes. Participants will be drawn from the Framingham Heart Study, and their metabolic profiles will be assessed to understand the relationship between diet and brain health. This personalized approach seeks to uncover individual responses to the MIND diet and its potential protective effects against dementia.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are at risk for Alzheimer's disease or those interested in dietary interventions for brain health.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk for Alzheimer's disease or those who do not follow the MIND diet may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to dietary recommendations that significantly reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease and improve brain health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in dietary interventions for brain health, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
San Antonio, United States
- University of Texas Hlth Science Center — San Antonio, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Melo Van Lent, Debora — University of Texas Hlth Science Center
- Study coordinator: Melo Van Lent, Debora
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 below.