Improving heart health by addressing vascular calcification in African Americans
Official title: Building Healthy Habits for Heart Health
Funded at University of Cincinnati · NIH-10857634 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how eating processed foods high in phosphate might lead to heart and kidney problems, especially in African American communities, and it aims to find ways to help improve heart health through better eating habits.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Cincinnati NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cincinnati, United States) |
| Project start | September 23, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $243,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R01MD019279-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10857634 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include African American individuals, particularly those living in low-income or food desert areas, who are at risk for cardiovascular and kidney diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as African American or those without risk factors for cardiovascular disease may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how vascular calcification contributes to cardiovascular disease, particularly in African American populations who are disproportionately affected by heart and kidney diseases. The study aims to explore the relationship between dietary phosphate intake from processed foods and the risk of vascular calcification. By investigating these factors, the research seeks to develop effective interventions that can help reduce the incidence of cardiovascular complications in these communities. Patients may be involved in dietary assessments and interventions aimed at improving heart health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to targeted dietary recommendations and therapies that significantly improve heart health for African Americans at risk of cardiovascular disease.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in addressing dietary factors related to vascular health, indicating that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hendrix, Chartrisa Lashan — University of Cincinnati
- Study coordinator: Hendrix, Chartrisa Lashan
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.