Assessing how beetroot juice affects blood vessel function in different racial groups

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study aims to evaluate vascular function among healthy African American, Hispanic, and Caucasian adults to explore racial differences in cardiovascular health. Participants will consume either beetroot juice, known for its high nitrate content, or a placebo, with their vascular responses measured before and 90 minutes after consumption. The study will employ a randomized, placebo-controlled design, ensuring a rigorous assessment of the effects of nitrate supplementation on vascular function. A washout period of at least one week will be implemented between the two visits to ensure accurate results.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Healthy men and women who are either Caucasian American, Hispanic, or non-Hispanic African American

Exclusion Criteria:

* Blood pressure higher than or equal to 140/90 mmHg
* BMI \> 35kg/m2
* Have a history of cardiovascular, neurological or vascular diseases
* Take prescription medications
* Are smokers
* Are pregnant

Where it's running

• University of Texas at Austin
  Austin, Texas, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: jasdeep kaur, PhD
• Email: jasdeep.kaur@austin.utexas.edu
• Phone: 5124718595

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.