Status:
TERMINATED
Lithia Water Study: Effects of Lithia Water on BDNF and Oxidative Stress Markers in Healthy Male Participants
Lead Sponsor:
University of British Columbia
Collaborating Sponsors:
Aquaceutica Group
Conditions:
Oxidative Stress
Eligibility:
MALE
19-35 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
This study investigates the effects of daily use of lithia water on blood tests of neuronal oxidative stress, mood, and well-being. Lithia water is a type of pure spring water containing trace levels ...
Detailed Description
There is some indication from epidemiological studies that areas with trace concentrations of lithium in drinking water have lower rates of suicide. This study will evaluate the effects of drinking ED...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Male participants aged 19-35 years. \[Note: women are excluded in this pilot study because the variable effects of female sex hormones on oxidative stress markers and neurogenesis\];
- No current, past or family history (in first-degree relatives) of a major psychiatric disorder or alcohol/substance abuse/dependence;
- Non-smokers \[because smoking is associated with increased oxidative stress\];
- No active medical condition (e.g., thyroid disease);
- No regular use of prescribed or over-the-counter medications or illicit substances;
- Negative urine drug-screening test; and
- Competency to give informed consent.
Exclusion
- See above
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
March 1 2011
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
October 1 2012
Estimated Enrollment :
5 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT01257867
Start Date
March 1 2011
End Date
October 1 2012
Last Update
November 9 2012
Active Locations (1)
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University of British Columbia, Department of Psychiatry
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6T 2A1