Nitrate, exercise and blood vessel health in midlife women
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at whether a natural compound in vegetables (called nitrate) combined with exercise can help improve blood vessel health in women after menopause. It may be a good fit if you are 45-65, do not exercise much, and have normal or mildly high blood pressure.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between 45 and 65 years old who has gone through menopause (no periods for at least 1 year).
- Your blood pressure is normal or you are taking medication for mild high blood pressure (stage 1).
- You do not currently exercise more than 2 hours a week (no regular training).
- You do not have heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes, or other serious health conditions.
- You are not taking hormone replacement therapy and have not used it in the last year.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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