Can extra salt ease POTS symptoms? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT05924646

First seen May 09, 2026 · Last updated May 09, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether eating more salt can help people with POTS, a condition that causes a fast heartbeat and dizziness when standing. Researchers will compare a high-salt diet to a normal-salt diet over 3 months in 50 adults. Participants will have tests like tilt-table exams and blood work to see if extra salt improves symptoms.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of Calgary

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    Calgary, Alberta, T2N 4Z6, Canada

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