RecruitingPhase 3ACTRN12605000017628

Effect of Vitamin D Supplementation on Blood Pressure and Insulin Sensitivity

A randomised phase III study to evaluate the effects of Vitamin D supplementation on patients with low vitamin D levels to reduce blood pressure levels and improve insulin sensitivity


Sponsor

University of Auckland

Enrollment

120 participants

Start Date

Jul 7, 2005

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions


Eligibility

Sex: Both males and femalesMin Age: 40 Yearss

Inclusion Criteria1

  • Aged >40 years (Tongan and Maori) and >65 years (European) 25OHD levels <50 nmol/L.

Exclusion Criteria1

  • Treated diabetes, treated hypertension, taking of vitamin D supplements (including cod liver oil); serum calcium level above 2.60 mmol/L, regular outdoor activities during the middle of day during the study period, recent high sun exposure (eg. holidays in the Pacific islands); or planned holidays to areas with high sun exposure during the study period.

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Interventions

A randomised double-blind clinical trial of 100 ug daily doses of vitamin D3 versus placebo tablets.

A randomised double-blind clinical trial of 100 ug daily doses of vitamin D3 versus placebo tablets.


Locations(1)

New Zealand

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