Combining White Button Mushrooms with Healthy Eating to Reduce Inflammation in Women
NCT04913064 · RecruitingThis clinical trial looks at how white button mushrooms can affect inflammation and immune cells in postmenopausal women who are at a higher risk for breast cancer and have a higher body weight. Chronic inflammation can be a concern, and researchers want to see if these mushrooms can help improve immune responses and reduce inflammation. The study may provide insights into how diet can influence breast cancer risk.
Locations and contact
This trial is running at 1 location in the United States. It is currently recruiting.
United States1 location · 1 recruiting
- City of Hope Medical CenterDuarte, CaliforniaRecruiting
Who can join
This study welcomes postmenopausal women aged 21 and over who have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or more (or 25 or more for Asian women) and are at increased risk for breast cancer. Key factors include having a family history of breast cancer or certain genetic mutations. Women with active cancers or those currently in treatment cannot participate. The trial team will confirm eligibility for each participant.
What happens during the trial
Participants will take white button mushroom daily for three months. They will also complete questionnaires to gather more information. Everyone in the study receives the mushroom treatment as it is a single-group study, so there is no random assignment.
The trial team
The trial is sponsored by City of Hope Medical Center, with collaboration from the National Cancer Institute. Dr. Lisa D Yee is the principal investigator leading the study.
Important dates
The trial started on July 27, 2021, and is expected to finish by January 12, 2027. It is currently enrolling new participants.
Additional information
The trial's ID number is NCT04913064. This study is not FDA-regulated and aims to include about 26 participants. It is not classified under any specific phase as it is exploratory in nature.
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