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Researchers at Northwestern University are partnering with adults 55-75 to investigate the effects of meal timing and melatonin on sleep and health.
Conducted in Chicago, IL
Compensation Provided
55-75 Years Old
Fast Facts
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Study Background
If you are 55-75 years old and do NOT have diabetes, you may be eligible for a research study at Northwestern University. Researchers are investigating the effects of meal timing and melatonin on outcomes such as diabetes and high blood pressure.
This study consists of 10 visits over a 6-9 month period scheduled approximately 7-14 days apart. There will be two in-patient visits at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago (these visits take place over three consecutive days & nights) and eight out-patient visits, which will take place at the Sleep and Circadian Center located at Northwestern's Chicago Campus or Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago.
Help further research and join our compensated study today!
Study Background If you are 55-75 years old and do NOT have diabetes, you may be eligible for a research study at Northwestern University. Researchers are investigating the effects of meal timing and melatonin on outcomes such as diabetes and high blood pressure. This study consists of 10 visits over a 6-9 month period scheduled approximately 7-14 days apart. There will be two in-patient visits at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago (these visits take place over three consecutive days & nights) and eight out-patient visits, which will take place at the Sleep and Circadian Center located at Northwestern's Chicago Campus or Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. Help further research and join our compensated study today! |
Additional Information
The purpose of this research study is to determine if meal timing and melatonin can improve health and sleep in adults aged 55-75 who are at risk of cardiometabolic diseases.
You may qualify for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
Inclusion Criteria:
- 55-75 Years Old
- BMI 25-45
- Females must be post-menopausal
- Regular eating and sleeping schedules
- No history or current diagnosis of a primary sleep disorder (Chronic insomnia, restless leg syndrome, parasomnias, sleep apnea, etc.)
- No diagnosis of diabetes/not currently on any medications for diabetes
This study includes ten visits completed over a 6-month period. These visits include two in-patient visits at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and eight out-patient visits. The in-patient visits last 3 consecutive days and nights, and the out-patient visits take approximately 1-5 hours to complete. Your participation in the study will involve wearing an activity monitor (wristwatch), completing questionnaires and diaries about your eating and sleep schedules, and taking a placebo* or melatonin pill each night.
*What is a placebo? A placebo is an inactive substance (like a sugar pill) used in research studies to help investigators determine the effectiveness of a treatment or medication (in this case, melatonin). Since placebos don't contain any active ingredients, they are useful for determining whether the study medication is effective by comparing its effects to the placebo group.
*What is a placebo? A placebo is an inactive substance (like a sugar pill) used in research studies to help investigators determine the effectiveness of a treatment or medication (in this case, melatonin). Since placebos don't contain any active ingredients, they are useful for determining whether the study medication is effective by comparing its effects to the placebo group.
Compensation of up to $2,850 is provided for participating in this study.
There is no cost for you to participate in this study.