Bile Acids and Blood Pressure Control
Conjugated bile acids as nutritionally re-programmable antihypertensive metabolites
This project explores how certain bile acids, influenced by gut bacteria, might help manage high blood pressure.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Toledo Health Sci Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Toledo, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11139613 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
High blood pressure is a major cause of heart disease and stroke, with genetics and salt intake being well-known factors. Recent discoveries suggest a novel link between the composition of gut bacteria and high blood pressure. This work focuses on conjugated bile acids, which appear to be significantly lower in individuals with high blood pressure. We aim to understand why these beneficial bile acids are depleted and how restoring them could help improve blood pressure.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Patients with high blood pressure, particularly those interested in how gut health and metabolism influence their condition, may find this research relevant.
Not a fit: Patients whose high blood pressure is solely due to factors unrelated to gut microbiota or bile acid metabolism may not directly benefit from this specific approach.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to new strategies for preventing or treating high blood pressure by targeting gut bacteria or bile acid levels, potentially through dietary changes.
How similar studies have performed: This research builds upon recent findings that have identified a connection between gut microbiota composition and high blood pressure, suggesting a novel pathway for intervention.
Where this research is happening
Toledo, United States
- University of Toledo Health Sci Campus — Toledo, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Joe, Bina — University of Toledo Health Sci Campus
- Study coordinator: Joe, Bina
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.