A Feasibility Study to Assess the Effect of a Ketogenic Diet as a Co-Therapy for Major Depressive Disorder
Official Title
Ketogenic Intervention in Depression (KIND)Purpose
The overarching goal of this pilot study is to: (1) demonstrate that a well-formulated KD can be implemented in treatment program for major depression, and (2) test whether such a program results in reductions of symptoms of depression.
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Inclusion Criteria:
- OSU students (age 18-30 years at the time of enrollment) with confirmed major depressive disorder as determined by SCID-5 diagnosis at baseline testing.
- Currently engaged in counseling and or mediation treatment for depression
- Available for a 12-week period and indicate willingness and ability to eat KD foods as prescribed
Exclusion Criteria:
- Disordered eating, as evidenced by meeting criteria for Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, Other Specified Eating Disorder, Unspecified Eating Disorder, or Avoidant Restrictive Eating Disorder during the SCID-5 interview at baseline testing.
- Substantial imminent risk of suicide as assessed during the SCID-5 interview.
- Body mass index (BMI) < 20 kg/m2
- Habitual consumption of a structured low-carbohydrate diet in the last 6-months
Exclusion Criteria varies, please contact Study Coordinator.