ARTERIAL STIFFNESS

This study looked at whether combining high-intensity interval training (short bursts of intense exercise) with the DASH diet (a heart-healthy eating plan) can reduce artery stiffness in people with high blood pressure. Twenty adults with controlled high blood pressure participat…

This study looked at whether one session of abdominal massage can improve blood vessel stiffness, muscle oxygen levels, and exercise ability in adults with chronic constipation. About 30 people took part, with some receiving the massage and others resting instead. Researchers mea…

This study looked at 15 elite American football players and 15 non-athletes to compare heart artery stiffness, muscle oxygen levels, and exercise ability. Researchers used non-invasive tests to measure these factors. The goal was to understand how intense football training affect…

This early-stage study tested whether drinking beetroot juice (rich in natural nitrates) could improve blood vessel stiffness and brain blood flow in 16 adults aged 50-79. Participants were randomly assigned to drink either nitrate-rich or nitrate-free beetroot juice. The goal wa…

This study looked at whether people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have a higher risk of developing atherosclerosis, a condition where arteries harden and narrow. Researchers measured artery stiffness and thickness in 115 adults with IBD. The goal was to understand the con…

This study looked at 20 people with CADASIL, a rare genetic disease that damages arteries in the brain and can cause migraines, strokes, memory loss, and dementia. The goal was to learn more about how the disease works by doing detailed exams, brain scans, and lab tests over two …