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Low Energy Availability and Hypertension in Division I HBCU Athletes

Recruitingn/aAges 18 Years - 26 YearsAllNorth Carolina Agriculture & Technical State Univโ€ฆ
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Low energy availability (LEA) occurs when the body does not get enough calories to support both daily life and exercise. This can happen when athletes train hard but do not eat enough to match their energy needs. In both 2012 and 2023, the International Olympic Committee on Sports Nutrition recognized LEA as an important factor that can increase the risk of cardiometabolic disease (CMD), which includes conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease. LEA can affect many systems in the body. It may disrupt hormones (such as menstrual cycles), cause changes in blood sugar and cholesterol levels, weaken bones, impair digestion, and negatively impact mental health. Over time, these changes may be linked to chronic inflammation, which plays a key role in the development of disease. Maintaining proper energy balance can be especially challenging for athletes because they often

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: Age: 18-25yrs Sex: Male and Female Training Status/Experience: HBCU Division I collegiate athletes with \>3yrs of previous competitive experience Exclusion Criteria: * Persons who self-report any known disease, or unknown issue precluding collegiate competitive participation: Excluded * Those who have any orthopedic injuries, concussions, or conditions which would preclude safe testing: Excluded * Individuals who are not yet adults \<18yrs (e.g.: infants, children, teenagers): Excluded * Persons who have a pacemaker: Excluded * Persons who are pregnant: Excluded
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What it tests

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Where

1 site
North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University
Greensboro, United States
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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