Soy supplement may boost heart health in women with kidney disease

This study tests whether a single dose of equol, a compound made from soy, can improve blood vessel function in postmenopausal women with and without chronic kidney disease (CKD). Researchers will measure changes in artery health over a few hours after taking equol. The goal is to find a simple way to lower heart disease risk in women with CKD, who are often overlooked in research.