Can diet and lifestyle shape life after a heart attack? a large study investigates

NCT ID NCT03192410

NEW Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Wageningen University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 19, 2026 · Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Summary

This study follows over 4,800 Dutch heart attack survivors aged 60-80 to understand how diet, lifestyle, blood markers, and genetics relate to their long-term health. Researchers are tracking cardiovascular deaths, major heart events, and other conditions like diabetes and cognitive decline. By analyzing questionnaires, physical exams, and blood samples, the study aims to uncover factors that may influence outcomes after a heart attack.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Dietary intake, lifestyle factors, blood biomarkers, health status, and DNA (genetic markers)
What this could lead to: If successful, this study could reveal how diet, lifestyle, and genetics influence long-term health after a heart attack, potentially guiding future prevention strategies.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may be influenced by unmeasured factors, and findings may not apply to all heart attack survivors.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cardiovascular disorder Cognitive Dysfunction myocardial infarction Psychological Well-Being type 2 diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES COGNITIVE DECLINE KIDNEY FUNCTION MENTAL WELL-BEING MORTALITY TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Wageningen University, Division of Human Nutrition

Wageningen, 6700 AA, Netherlands

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