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Methyl Donor-Rich Diet in the Postpartum Period

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - 40 YearsFemaleIstanbul University - Cerrahpasa
NCT07887178 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

This study aims to evaluate the effects of a methyl-donor-rich diet during the postpartum period on maternal depression, breastfeeding success, and infant weight. Postpartum women will first complete a three-day dietary record to assess their intake of selected nutrients involved in one-carbon metabolism, including folate, choline, betaine, methionine, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12. Women whose intake of at least one of these nutrients is below two-thirds of the applicable reference intake and who meet the other eligibility criteria will be eligible to participate. Eligible participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. The intervention group will receive an individualized methyl-donor-rich dietary program and nutrition education for two months. The control group will receive standard postpartum care and routine dietary advice. The study will compare the groups in terms of

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Women aged 18-40 years. * Women presenting within the first 15 days after delivery. * Mothers who had a term delivery (≥37 completed weeks of gestation). * Mothers who are breastfeeding and whose infants are exclusively breastfed. * No diagnosed psychiatric disorder or related medication use. * No use of dietary supplements, including omega-3 supplements. * No special diet program. * No history of gestational diabetes, type 1 or type 2 diabetes, or insulin resistance. * No malabsorption-related disorders, such as celiac disease or Crohn's disease. * At least one assessed methyl donor nutrient intake below two-thirds of the applicable recommended intake, based on a 3-day dietary record. * Willingness to participate voluntarily. Exclusion Criteria: * Development of serious postpartum complications, such as postpartum hemorrhage or sepsis. * A maternal or infant health condition requiring prolonged hospitalization. * Introduction of complementary foods to the infant during the study. * Maternal smoking or alcohol use. * Failure to adhere to the dietary intervention. * Failure to attend follow-up assessments or voluntary withdrawal from the study.
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What it tests

  • Methyl Donor-Rich Dietary Intervention
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Where

1 site
Orhaneli Merkez Aile Sağlığı Merkezi
Bursa, Turkey (Türkiye)
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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