Status:
COMPLETED
Tart Cherries and Melatonin Content
Lead Sponsor:
Northumbria University
Collaborating Sponsors:
University of Surrey
Conditions:
Sleep
Eligibility:
All Genders
18-39 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The aim of this investigation was to examine the effects of tart Montmorency cherry juice on urinary 6-sulfatoxymelatonin and sleep quality using a double-blind, placebo-controlled, cross-over design.
Detailed Description
The aim of the study is to examine the efficacy of tart cherry juice on sleep quality, quantity, and timing. Naturally circulating melatonin is instrumental in regulating sleep/wake schedules. Tart Mo...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Equal numbers of healthy, non-pathological males and females aged between 18-39.
Exclusion
- history of epilepsy, current episode of major depressive disorder or anxiety disorder, or a current sleep problem or an inability to comprehend English, travel over two time zones within the last six months, excessive alcohol (over 3 units per day) or caffeine consumption (more than 6 caffeinated drinks or 1 after 6pm), a smoker, a shift worker, a familial history of diabetes, users of medication or supplements, or if the participant is pregnant or currently lactating.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
April 1 2010
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
June 1 2011
Estimated Enrollment :
20 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT01528202
Start Date
April 1 2010
End Date
June 1 2011
Last Update
February 7 2012
Active Locations (1)
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Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom, NE1 8ST