Reducing sodium intake to lower heart disease risk in the U.S.
Official title: Population strategies to reduce sodium intake and cardiovascular diseases in the United States: Applying RE-AIM to policy implementation
Funded at University of Washington · NIH-11001235 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at ways to help everyone eat less salt, which can lead to better heart health, by testing different ideas like changing food recipes and teaching people about healthy eating.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | December 14, 2023 |
| Project end | November 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $166,428 |
| NIH project number | 5K01HL166688-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11001235 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals at risk for cardiovascular diseases, particularly those with high sodium intake or related health conditions.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who already have low sodium intake or those with conditions unrelated to sodium consumption may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on strategies to lower sodium consumption across the U.S. population, which is linked to high rates of cardiovascular disease (CVD). By applying the RE-AIM framework, the project aims to evaluate the effectiveness of various sodium reduction policies, such as product reformulation and public education campaigns. The goal is to provide policymakers with actionable insights to implement these strategies effectively, ultimately improving cardiovascular health outcomes. Patients may benefit from reduced sodium intake through healthier food options and increased awareness of dietary choices.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant reductions in cardiovascular disease rates by promoting lower sodium consumption.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that population-level interventions can effectively reduce sodium intake and improve cardiovascular health, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Washington
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Su, Yanfang — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Su, Yanfang
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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.