CARDIOVASCULAR RISK FACTOR

This study tests a 90-day fully virtual lifestyle program for adults aged 30-60 who are sedentary and have stable weight. Participants will do structured exercise via Peloton, take daily supplements (Omega-3, Vitamin D3, Magnesium, fiber), and use wearable devices to track activi…

This study tests whether a cookie made from Golden Rice and red betel leaf can improve blood fat levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Over 28 days, 102 adults will eat the cookies daily, and their cholesterol and triglycerides will be measured before and after. The goal is to s…

This study looks at 100 adults with sleep bruxism (teeth grinding during sleep) to understand how it relates to sleep quality, heart health, thyroid function, and mental well-being. Participants will undergo sleep monitoring and fill out questionnaires. No treatment is given; the…

This study looks at whether drinking a beverage with artificial sweeteners (erythritol or xylitol) changes how blood platelets clump together, which could affect heart attack or stroke risk. Researchers will measure blood and urine levels of these sweeteners and test platelet fun…

This study looks at whether using large health databases and informational tools can help more people in high-risk communities take cholesterol-lowering statins to prevent heart attacks and strokes. Researchers will track over 500,000 people in Ontario communities with higher-tha…

This study reviews past clinical trials to see if whole soy foods like tofu, tempeh, and edamame lower cholesterol as effectively as processed soy protein powders. Researchers will analyze data from adults to clarify which soy sources best support heart health. The goal is to str…

This study looks at whether taking potassium supplements can help undo some of the harm caused by eating too much salt. Researchers will measure blood vessel function, blood pressure changes, and stress markers in 30 healthy adults. The goal is to understand how potassium might p…

This study looks at how the body's internal clock affects heart disease risk, especially in people with obesity. Researchers will compare 16 lean and obese adults to see if heart risk markers change throughout the day. The goal is to understand why obesity may increase heart prob…

This study was planned to see if giving nitric oxide during heart surgery helps protect blood vessels in patients whose vessels were already not working well. It was an add-on to a larger trial, but was withdrawn before any patients were enrolled. The goal was to measure blood fl…