U.S., June 14 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07018908) titled 'Effect of Intake of Dehydrated Nopal Powder From Highly Mature Cladodes on the Lipid Profile' on May 25.
Brief Summary: Background: Opuntia ficus-indica is a plant from the cactus family (Cactaceae) that is widespread and of great economic importance in Mexico. It has been consumed as food since pre-Hispanic times and is currently considered a nutraceutical. In this study, the effect of consumption of dehydrated nopal powder from highly mature cladodes (Opuntia ficus-indica) on the lipid profile of overweight or obese patients diagnosed with dyslipidemia was investigated. Methods: A 3-month prospective clinical trial was conducted i...