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Document details for 'Effects of tomato extract on platelet function: a double-blinded crossover study in healthy humans'
| Authors | O'Kennedy, N., Crosbie, L.C., Whelan, S., Luther, V., Horgan, G.W., Broom, J.I., Webb, D.J. and Dutta-Roy, A. |
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| Publication details | American Journal of Clinical Nutrition 84, 561-569. |
| Keywords | Tomato platelet |
| Abstract | Background: Aqueous extracts from tomatoes display a range of antiplatelet activities in vitro. We previously showed that the active components also alter ex vivo platelet function in persons with a high response to ADP agonist. Objective: The objective was to evaluate the suitability of a tomato extract for use as a dietary supplement to prevent platelet activation. Design: A randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled crossover study was conducted in 90 healthy human subjects selected for normal platelet function. Changes from baseline hemostatic function were measured 3 h after consumption of extract-enriched or control supplements. Results: Significant reductions in ex vivo platelet aggregation induced by ADP and collagen were observed 3 h after supplementation with doses of tomato extract equivalent to 6 (6TE) and 2 (2TE) tomatoes <---------> No significant effects were observed for control supplements. A dose response to tomato extract was found at low levels of platelet stimulation. Inhibition of platelet function was greatest in a subgroup with the highest plasma homocysteine (P < 0.05) and C-reactive protein concentrations (P < 0.001). Conclusion: As a functional food or dietary supplement, tomato extract may have a role in primary prevention of cardiovascular disease by reducing platelet activation, which could contribute to a reduction in thrombotic events. |
| Last updated | 2008-10-02 |
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