Evaluating the effects of hibiscus tea on blood pressure and vision in college students
Discussion on the Effectiveness of Tea on Blood Pressure, Body Composition and Vision Problems in College Students
This study is testing if drinking hibiscus tea can help lower blood pressure and improve vision in college students aged 15 to 22.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 15 Years to 22 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hungkuang University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Taipei) |
| Trial ID | NCT06570226 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the impact of hibiscus tea on blood pressure, body composition, and vision problems among college students aged 15 to 22. A total of 100 participants will be randomly assigned to either a hibiscus tea group or a control group drinking boiled water for a duration of 10 weeks. Measurements will be taken at the start, and at weeks 2, 6, and 10 to assess changes in blood pressure, body composition, and visual fatigue. The study aims to fill the gap in literature regarding the effectiveness of hibiscus tea in this demographic.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are college students aged 15 to 22 years old.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions such as gastric ulcers, allergies to anthocyanins, or those on hemodialysis may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a natural and effective method for college students to manage blood pressure and improve vision health.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited literature specifically on hibiscus tea's effects in this population, some studies have shown positive outcomes with similar interventions in other groups.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * The inclusion criteria are college students aged 15 to 22 years old. - Exclusion Criteria: * hemodialysis patients who need to limit their water intake * those with a history of gastric ulcers * those allergic to anthocyanins * those who have long-term consumption or consumption of beverages, foods or health products containing high anthocyanins that may interfere with the study after evaluation, for example: foods or health foods such as cranberries, blueberries, cherries and grapes.
Where this trial is running
Taipei
- University of Kang Ning — Taipei, Taiwan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ciao-Lin Ho, PhD
- Email: swl8310@hk.edu.tw
- Phone: +886-4-26318652
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.