Lean pork and heart health in perimenopause
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether adding lean pork to your diet can improve blood vessel function during perimenopause. You may be eligible if you are a woman between 40 and 55, have irregular periods, and have high blood pressure but not diabetes.
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Who can take part
- You must be a woman between 40 and 55 years old.
- You must have a BMI (a measure of body fat) between 28 and 45.
- You must have irregular periods but still getting them (not in full menopause).
- You must have bothersome hot flashes or night sweats.
- You must do less than 3 hours of planned exercise per week.
- Your blood pressure must be between 120/80 and 140/90 (not taking more than one blood pressure pill).
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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