Walnuts for Cardiovascular Health

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: University of California, Davis

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

The purpose of this research is to test if eating walnuts will cause any changes in blood lipids (like good and bad cholesterol, for example) and levels of inflammation in the blood, as well as changes in the bacteria living in the gut.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for overweight and obese men and postmenopausal women aged between 45-70, with a BMI of 25.0-39.9 kg/m2 and higher levels of 'bad' cholesterol (LDL-C between 130-189 mg/dL).

Inclusion Criteria

I am 45-70 years old, overweight or obese, and have high LDL cholesterol levels.

Participant Groups

The study is examining the effects of eating walnuts on heart health markers like good and bad cholesterol, inflammation in the blood, as well as gut bacteria compared to a no-nut diet.

Group I: No-nut diet Active Control 1 Intervention

Participants will follow a no-nut diet for 3 weeks.

Group II: Walnut diet Active Control 1 Intervention

Participants will consume 56 g of walnuts each day at home for 3 weeks.

Find a Clinic Near You

Research Locations Nearby Select from list below to view details:

Ragle Human Nutrition Center Davis, CA

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

University of California, Davis Lead Sponsor

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