Endothelial dysfunction

This trial tests whether empagliflozin, a drug used for diabetes, improves blood vessel and nerve function in adults aged 45 to 75 with prehypertension. Participants take the drug or a placebo for two weeks, then switch, while a control group with normal blood pressure is observe…

This trial tests whether a daily supplement combining sacha inchi oil and coenzyme Q10 can improve heart function and reduce cardiovascular risk in adults aged 40 to 75 who have risk factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or diabetes. Participants take either the sup…

This trial investigates whether a diet rich in polyphenols—including daily cocoa and extra fruits and vegetables—can reduce oxidative stress and improve blood vessel function in pregnant women. Researchers will randomly assign 60 pregnant women to receive dietary counseling and c…

This study looks at whether taking propionic acid (a natural substance made by gut bacteria) can improve blood vessel function and reduce inflammation in 20 adults with coronary artery disease. Participants will take the supplement for 4 weeks, and researchers will measure change…

This study will compare how vegan, omnivorous, and carnivore diets affect the way LDL cholesterol particles clump together in the blood, which can lead to artery plaque. Researchers will measure blood lipids and other health markers in 90 adults aged 25-60 who have followed their…

This study aims to see if long-term, low-dose radiation exposure at work can cause early damage to small blood vessels in healthcare workers. Researchers will use a simple microscope test on the fingernail area and blood tests to look for signs of vessel and inflammation changes.…

This study looks at why people with type 2 diabetes have dangerously high blood pressure during exercise, raising their risk of heart attack and stroke. Researchers will test if damaged blood vessels and cell stress are to blame. The study involves 40 adults with and without diab…