Could a broccoli sprout compound protect aging hearts?
NCT ID NCT05408559
First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a supplement called sulforaphane, found in broccoli sprouts, can help prevent age-related declines in heart function. Researchers will give the supplement or a placebo to adults over 60 with a type of heart failure called HFpEF. They will measure heart function, exercise ability, and muscle strength before and after 24 weeks of treatment.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
sulforaphane (broccoli sprout extract)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple dietary supplement to help protect heart function in older adults.
What could go wrong
This is an early-phase trial with a small number of participants, so results may not apply broadly. The supplement may not improve heart function or exercise capacity as hoped.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC)
Lubbock, Texas, 79430, United States