Mechanisms Underlying the Protective Vascular Effects of Dietary Potassium in Humans

Description

Americans continue to consume high amounts of sodium. Potassium is notable for its blood pressure lowering effects but less is known regarding its effect on the vasculature. This investigation seeks to determine the role of dietary potassium on the vasculature in the presence of a high sodium diet in salt-resistant adults.

Conditions

Cardiovascular Risk Factor

Study Overview

Study Details

Study overview

Americans continue to consume high amounts of sodium. Potassium is notable for its blood pressure lowering effects but less is known regarding its effect on the vasculature. This investigation seeks to determine the role of dietary potassium on the vasculature in the presence of a high sodium diet in salt-resistant adults.

Mechanisms Underlying the Protective Vascular Effects of Dietary Potassium in Humans

Mechanisms Underlying the Protective Vascular Effects of Dietary Potassium in Humans

Condition
Cardiovascular Risk Factor
Intervention / Treatment

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Contacts and Locations

Newark

University of Delaware, Newark, Delaware, United States, 19716

Participation Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * healthy
  • * normal blood pressure
  • * normal resting ECG
  • * hypertension
  • * history of heart disease
  • * diabetes
  • * kidney disease
  • * obese (BMI ≥30)
  • * significant weight changes in the last 6 months
  • * use of tobacco products
  • * pregnant
  • * on a special diet (gluten free; vegan)
  • * take any medications for the above conditions
  • * endurance trained athletes

Ages Eligible for Study

18 Years to 45 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Collaborators and Investigators

University of Delaware,

Shannon L Lennon, PhD, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, University of Delaware

Study Record Dates

2024-12-31