Effects of Beetroot Extract on Blood Pressure and Exercise in Hypertensive Older Women
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn about the acute effects of beetroot extract in older women with high blood pressure. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does beetroot extract affect blood pressure during exercise? Does it change oxygen levels in the muscles? Participants will take a beetroot supplement and perform an aerobic exercise session to check how their bodies respond.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Female sex: Older women aged between 60 and 70 years. * Physical capability: Absence of health conditions that could compromise performance in the required physical exercise tests. Exclusion Criteria: * Smoking: Current smokers. * Alcohol use: History of alcohol abuse or excessive alcohol consumption. * Cardiovascular Disease: Diagnosis of cardiovascular diseases (other than the primary condition of hypertension).