Healthy Nordic diet for heart artery health after heart attack
Part of Digestive system, Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether a healthy Nordic diet (like whole grains, berries, fish, and vegetables) can slow down hardening of the arteries in people who have had a heart attack or have stable chest pain. It lasts 18 months and aims to improve heart health.
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Who can take part
- You are between 50 and 80 years old.
- You have had a heart attack or have stable angina (chest pain) within the past 6 months.
- Your BMI is between 25 and 40 (overweight range).
- You do not have severe heart failure or a short life expectancy from other illnesses.
- You are willing to follow a prescribed healthy Nordic diet for 18 months.
- You drink less than about one glass of alcohol per day (under 20g/day).
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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