Status:

COMPLETED

Effects of Nopales (Opuntia Spp.) on Lipoprotein Profile and Oxidative Stress in Moderately Hypercholesterolemic Adults

Lead Sponsor:

Arizona State University

Conditions:

Cardiovascular Disease

Eligibility:

All Genders

18-70 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

In light of the high CVD morbidity and mortality, promoting simple interventions to improve serum lipids and decrease oxidative stress are warranted to help prevent chronic diseases. Because of their ...

Detailed Description

In light of the high cardiovascular disease morbidity and mortality, promoting simple interventions to improve serum lipids and decrease oxidative stress are warranted to help prevent chronic diseases...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Moderate hypercholesterolemia (LDL cholesterol ≥ 120 mg/dL)

Exclusion

  • Use of hypolipidemic medications
  • Regular physical activity (≥ 30 min /day for ≥ 5 days/week)
  • Presence of known chronic diseases (e.g., diabetes, CVD, cancer, hepatitis, inflammatory conditions, gastrointestinal disorders)
  • Consumption of \> 4 servings/day of fruits and vegetables
  • Following a restrictive diet (e.g., carbohydrate restriction, veganism) or having any condition likely to require specialized dietary modifications
  • Use of supplements (antioxidants, fiber and botanicals)
  • Latex allergy
  • Fear of needles
  • Breastfeeding, pregnancy, or intent to become pregnant
  • Unwillingness to comply with study protocol
  • Participation in other research studies.

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

January 1 2013

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

March 1 2014

Estimated Enrollment :

27 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT02209493

Start Date

January 1 2013

End Date

March 1 2014

Last Update

August 7 2014

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Nutrition Laboratory at Arizona State University

Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85004