Status:

COMPLETED

Mechanistic Effect of Ketones on Cerebral Blood Flow

Lead Sponsor:

McMaster University

Conditions:

Cerebrovascular Function

Cerebral Blood Flow

Eligibility:

All Genders

18-35 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

Oral supplements containing exogenous ketones have recently become available and represent a novel tool for increasing plasma ketone bodies without the need for dietary restriction. Early evidence sug...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Having a normal blood pressure (≤125/≤85 mmHg)
  • Between the ages of 18 and 35

Exclusion

  • Individuals who are obese (body mass index \> 30 kg/m\^2)
  • Individuals who smoke
  • Individuals with respiratory illnesses
  • A history of type 2 diabetes, hypoglycemia, or cardiovascular diseases (i.e. heart attack, stroke)
  • Individuals currently following a ketogenic diet or taking ketone supplements
  • Individuals with a history of concussion(s) with persistent symptoms
  • Individuals participating in elite-level physical training (i.e. varsity athletics)

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

January 19 2024

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

August 31 2024

Estimated Enrollment :

23 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT06217159

Start Date

January 19 2024

End Date

August 31 2024

Last Update

April 23 2025

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McMaster University

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, L8S 4K1