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NCT02099578 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
The Effects of Strawberries on Blood Pressure in Postmenopausal Women
A NA study, sponsored by Florida State University.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 60
- Enrollment target
NCT02099578: Completed NA study, sponsored by Florida State University.
NCT02099578 is a NA study that has completed, run by Florida State University. The registered enrollment target is 60 participants, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (96% lower). According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT02099578, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by Florida State University.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 60 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in the US. Statistics show that approximately 91% of individuals with CVD have vascular dysfunction. Hypertension is a major modifiable risk factor for CVD and approximately 60% of adults in the US are pre-hypertensive and hypertensive. In addition, the prevalence of hypertension is associated with aging in both genders; however, the increase in blood pressure (BP) in women after menopause exceeds that of men. The development of effective and safe strategies to improve vascular function is of significance as it can have a great impact on quality of life, productivity and economic burden for the affected populations. One such alternative would be to introduce into the diet food sources that are rich in naturally occurring bioactive compounds. Thus, the long-term goal of the investigators is to provide feasible and effective dietary ways for postmenopausal women to improve their vascular function and quality of life. Strawberries are a rich source of bioactive compounds and its total antioxidant content ranks third among all fruits and vegetables. Hence, the purpose of this study is to bring forth evidence that incorporation of strawberries into the diet will reduce blood pressure and improve cardiovascular function in pre- and stage 1-hypertensive postmenopausal women. Sixty eligible postmenopausal women between the ages of 45 and 65 and a seated BP of ≥ 130/85 mm Hg but ≤ 160/100 mmHg at the screening visit will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: 1. 25 g freeze-dried strawberry powder; 2. 50 g freeze-dried strawberry powder; or 3. placebo powder. Participants will be asked to consume the supplements for 8-weeks. Medical history, medication use, dietary intake, and physical activity will be assessed at 0-, 4-, and 8-weeks followed by blood draw. Serum levels of markers of cardiovascular function as well as oxidative stress and inflammation will be measured. The investigators hypothesize that re
Primary Outcome
By measuring blood pressure variability and baroreflex sensitivity at rest and during physiological stress (handgrip exercise and post-exercise muscle ischemia).
Interventions
- DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT Placebo Powder
- DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT 25 g of Freeze-dried Strawberry Powder
- DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT 50 g of Freeze-dried Strawberry Powder
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 60 participants |
| Start Date | 2013-02 |
| Est. Completion | 2014-07 |
| Phase | NA |
What the finished NCT02099578 record still lists
NCT02099578 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 60 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (96% lower).
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 3 interventions - of which Placebo Powder is the first listed.
NCT02099578 does not publish any study locations in the registry export this page uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT02099578 about?
NCT02099578 is a clinical study titled "The Effects of Strawberries on Blood Pressure in Postmenopausal Women". Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in the US. Statistics show that approximately 91% of individuals with CVD have vascular dysfunction. Hypertension is a major modifiable risk factor for CVD and approximately 60% of adults in the US are pre-hypertensive and hypertensive. In a...
What is the current status of trial NCT02099578?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 60 participants. The study started on 2013-02. Estimated completion is 2014-07.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT02099578?
The interventions under investigation include: Placebo Powder (DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT), 25 g of Freeze-dried Strawberry Powder (DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT), 50 g of Freeze-dried Strawberry Powder (DIETARY_SUPPLEMENT).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT02099578?
This trial is sponsored by Florida State University, which has 219 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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How this trial's enrollment target compares
Where NCT02099578's enrollment target sits among peer trials
60 1164th of 2000 higher than 745 of 2,000 other NA trials
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Source ClinicalTrials.gov registry export · 2026-08-08
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