Can a ketone drink boost a failing heart? small study aims to find out.
NCT ID NCT06108076
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This early-phase study is testing whether a drink containing ketones can improve how the heart works in people who have both type 2 diabetes and heart failure with reduced pumping ability. Ten adults will take the drink for seven days while researchers measure heart efficiency with MRI scans and track walking distance. The goal is to gather initial clues about whether ketones might help the heart use energy better.
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University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
RECRUITINGSan Antonio, Texas, 78229, United States
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