Effects of Onion Peel Extract on Endothelial Function
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2013-12-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Acute or chronic intake of polyphenol-rich foods has been reported to improve endothelial
function. Quercetin, found abundantly in onion, is a potent antioxidant flavonoid. This study
was designed to investigate whether consumption of onion peel extract (OPE) improves
endothelial function in healthy overweight and obese subjects.