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New treatment option for Menstrual Cycle
Official title Phenylalanine Requirements in the Menstrual Phases
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07481201
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Phenylalanine is an essential amino acid that must be obtained through food. Current adult phenylalanine recommendation is based on male-conducted studies and set the same for females.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 20 to 35, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- People with menstrual cycles
- Between the ages of 20 to 35y
- Regular menstrual cycle (21-35 day cycle) for the past 12 months
- Body mass index (BMI) of between 18 and 28 kg/m2
- Free from pre-existing health conditions
You likely can't join if
- People who are currently using hormonal birth control or any contraceptive that would affect sex hormones
- People on hormone therapy
- People with an abnormal menstrual cycle history
- People with non-traditional dietary practices
- Recent weight loss/weight gain
- People with a history of endocrine disorders
See the full eligibility criteria
- People with menstrual cycles
- Between the ages of 20 to 35y
- Regular menstrual cycle (21-35 day cycle) for the past 12 months
- Body mass index (BMI) of between 18 and 28 kg/m2
- Free from pre-existing health conditions
- People who are currently using hormonal birth control or any contraceptive that would affect sex hormones
- People on hormone therapy
- People with an abnormal menstrual cycle history
- People with non-traditional dietary practices
- Recent weight loss/weight gain
- People with a history of endocrine disorders
- People who are pregnant
- People who are breastfeeding
- People who have given birth in the last 18 months
- People who depend on medication that affects normal metabolism. Any medication that alters normal body metabolism would skew the results and compromise the validity of the data set.
- People with a metabolic, neurological, genetic, or immune disorder likely to affect nutritional requirements or overall body metabolism.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 20 years to 35 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.