Equol and blood vessel health in women with kidney disease
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a supplement called equol, made from soy, can improve blood vessel function in postmenopausal women with moderate to advanced chronic kidney disease. Participants take equol or a placebo for several weeks to see if it helps their heart health.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman who has gone through menopause
- You are at least 50 years old
- You have stage 3 or 4 chronic kidney disease (not on dialysis)
- You eat soy foods less than twice a week
- Your weight has been stable for the past 3 months
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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