Effects of a plant-based diet on heart disease
Clinical and Biochemical Effects of a Defined Plant-Based Diet on Heart Disease
This study is testing whether a strict plant-based diet can improve heart health in people with coronary artery disease while they continue their regular medical care.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Georgia State University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Houston, Texas) |
| Trial ID | NCT06994624 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the impact of a defined plant-based diet on individuals diagnosed with coronary artery disease (CAD). Participants will be recruited from the Montgomery Heart & Wellness Clinic in Houston, TX, and will follow a strict plant-based dietary protocol for 42 days while receiving standard medical care. The diet excludes animal products, cooked foods, and certain beverages, and all food will be provided to participants. The study aims to assess both clinical and biochemical outcomes related to heart health.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are men and women diagnosed with coronary artery disease who currently follow a standard western diet.
Not a fit: Patients with current tobacco use, excessive alcohol consumption, or other specified health conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could improve heart health and reduce symptoms in patients with coronary artery disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with plant-based diets in improving heart health, indicating potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis with coronary artery disease (based on current EKG or prior diagnosis) * New patient Exclusion Criteria: * Current tobacco use -\>2 glasses of wine for woman, \>1 glass for men * Current cancer diagnosis * An ongoing clinically defined infection * eGFR \< 30 * Pregnancy * Lactation * Prior hospitalization within past 6 months * Unstable angina * Heart catheterization within past 6 months * Cardiac perfusion study past 6 months * Have not been on any form of a plant-based diet previously
Where this trial is running
Houston, Texas
- Montgomery Heart & Wellness Center — Houston, Texas, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Baxter D Montgomery, MD
- Email: research@montgomeryheart.com
- Phone: (713) 599-1144
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.