Nut supplementation to mitigate post-stroke cognitive decline (NUT-me): a pilot study

This study from Monash University is looking for survivors of stroke to examine if eating nuts regularly reduces post-stroke cognitive decline and dementia.

The research will involve you eating a mix of nuts for 90 days and attending the Be Active Sleep Eat (BASE) facility in Notting Hill, Melbourne, on four occasions to complete a few questionnaires and a series of cognitive tests.

The findings from the study will help in identifying nuts as a feasible strategy to mitigate post-stroke cognitive impairment.

You may be eligible if you:

  • had a stroke in the past 6 months
  • are over 18 years of age
  • do not have an allergy to nuts
  • do not consume nuts habitually
  • do not have mastication issues, i.e. trouble chewing
  • do not have dementia.

Contact:

If you would like further information about the study, or would be interested in participating, please complete the screening questionnaire, or contact Dr Barbara Cardoso via email Barbara.Cardoso@monash.edu

Explanatory statement (PDF 209 KB)