Can potassium counteract Salt's damage to blood vessels?
NCT ID NCT04101188
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how dietary potassium affects blood vessel health in people who eat a lot of salt. Researchers will give 90 healthy adults different combinations of potassium and sodium diets for 10 days each. They will measure changes in artery function and blood pressure to understand potassium's protective effects.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- dietary potassium (via controlled diets)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could clarify how potassium protects blood vessels, potentially leading to better dietary guidelines for heart health.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage observational study with only 90 healthy participants, so results may not apply to the general population or those with health conditions.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Delaware
RECRUITINGNewark, Delaware, 19716, United States
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