Mediterranean diet and intermittent fasting for high blood pressure
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests if combining the Mediterranean diet with intermittent fasting can help lower blood pressure in people recently diagnosed with hypertension. It may be a good option if you are looking for a diet-based approach to manage your blood pressure.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 40 and 65 years old.
- You must have been recently told by a doctor that you have high blood pressure (hypertension).
- Your blood pressure readings must be higher than 140/90 mmHg.
- Your body mass index (BMI) must be between 18.5 and 25 (normal weight range).
- You cannot have diabetes, heart disease, liver, kidney, stomach, or breathing problems, or a serious mental health condition.
- You must not smoke, drink alcohol regularly, be pregnant or breastfeeding, or have severe food allergies.
Quick eligibility check
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