Baking soda and veggies tested as cheap kidney protectors
NCT ID NCT06046924
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether reducing dietary acid with fruits and vegetables or sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) can slow chronic kidney disease in people with high blood pressure. 153 participants were followed for 5 years to measure kidney function and heart risk markers. The goal is to find a simple, affordable way to protect kidneys.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- fruits and vegetables or sodium bicarbonate (baking soda)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to slow chronic kidney disease and reduce heart risks using diet or baking soda.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with 153 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and dietary changes can be hard to maintain long-term.
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