Investigating the effects of botanical dietary supplements on cognitive health
Botanical Core
This study is looking at how well grape seed and other plant-based supplements can help improve brain health and manage stress, so if you're interested in boosting your cognitive function and resilience, this research might be for you!
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10886093 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the centralization of procurement and quality control of polyphenolic materials used in dietary supplements, particularly those derived from grape seeds and other botanicals. It aims to assess the stability and effectiveness of these supplements in promoting cognitive wellness and resilience under stress. The study employs advanced analytical techniques to identify and quantify the metabolites of these compounds in biological fluids and tissues, providing insights into their bioavailability and potential health benefits. Patients may benefit from improved cognitive function and psychological resilience through dietary supplementation.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are individuals interested in improving their cognitive health through dietary supplements, particularly those experiencing stress or cognitive decline.
Not a fit: Patients who are not interested in dietary supplements or those with severe cognitive impairments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance dietary supplementation strategies to improve cognitive health and resilience in patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results regarding the cognitive benefits of similar botanical dietary supplements, indicating a potential for success in this research.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Simon, James E — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Simon, James E
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.