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Currently, there is a lack of evidence-based prevention strategies for respiratory infection and management of these conditions can be costly to the public. Airway nitric oxide provides a first line of defense against pathogens, and beetroot juice, a source of dietary nitrate, has been shown to elevate nitric oxide. The main objective of this project is to demonstrate that one week of supplementation with beetroot juice elevates airway nitric oxide during stressful periods in young adults and thereby can protect against respiratory viral infections.
What happens when you apply
Reach out via phone or email to express interest
Brief call to discuss your health history
Medical screening at the research site
Begin your journey in the study
Inclusion Criteria: Individuals will be included: * SMU or Baylor University students * Ages of 18-30 years old. Exclusion Criteria: * Active smokers * Smoking cannabis or vape * Students with clinically significant asthma * COPD and emphysema * Allergic rhinitis * High levels of exhaled nitric oxide (FENO ≥40ppb) * Developing kidney stone * Clinically significant heart disease * Cerebrovascular disease * Thyroid dysfunction * Out-of-control diabetes * Significant current problems with schizophrenia, psychosis, mood disorders, suicidality, and drug or alcohol dependence or abuse
imaguineapig pulls live data from ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM).Illustrative estimate only - not verifiedPay estimates are approximate ranges based on study type and are not confirmed by sponsors — actual compensation may differ. Eligibility indicators use limited criteria (age, sex) only. We do not provide medical advice. Always contact the study team directly to confirm compensation, full eligibility, and risks before enrolling.