Hypertension study: Wild Blueberry
Official title Wild Blueberries for Gut, Brain, and Heart Health in Adults With High Blood Pressure
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06735599
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to find out whether wild blueberries improve cardiovascular health, thinking abilities, and gut bacteria in people with elevated blood pressure.
- Who it's for
- Adults who are non‑Hispanic Black or White and have high blood pressure.
- What's involved
- Participants will eat wild blueberries and undergo tests that measure heart function, cognition, and gut microbiome composition.
You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 45 to 65
You may be able to join if
- Individuals 45-65 years of age
- Diagnosis of elevated blood pressure or stage 1 hypertension (systolic blood pressure = 120-139 mmHg and/or diastolic blood pressure = 80-89 mmHg)...
- BMI 25-35 kg/m2 via anthropometric measurements.
- Ability to give consent
You likely can't join if
- Allergies to berries
- Use of one hypertensive drug for less than three months
- Use of more than one anti-hypertensive or statin drug, insulin, antibiotics, and anti-inflammatory drugs, active cancer, gastrointestinal, renal...
- Smoking
- Alcohol consumption (\>2 drinks/day)
- Consuming antioxidant, probiotic, and prebiotic supplements
See the full eligibility criteria
- Individuals 45-65 years of age
- Diagnosis of elevated blood pressure or stage 1 hypertension (systolic blood pressure = 120-139 mmHg and/or diastolic blood pressure = 80-89 mmHg) for at least 6 months
- BMI 25-35 kg/m2 via anthropometric measurements.
- Ability to give consent
- Allergies to berries
- Use of one hypertensive drug for less than three months
- Use of more than one anti-hypertensive or statin drug, insulin, antibiotics, and anti-inflammatory drugs, active cancer, gastrointestinal, renal, cardiovascular, thyroid, and neurological disorders or severe head injury
- Smoking
- Alcohol consumption (\>2 drinks/day)
- Consuming antioxidant, probiotic, and prebiotic supplements
- Pregnant or lactating
- Participating in a weight loss program
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 45 years to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Atlanta, Georgia, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
Explore other conditions
BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool that is independent of the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov. The study team decides eligibility, and your own doctor gives medical advice.