Turmeric and ginseng use and heart health in Asian American adults
Official title: Chicago CCFC for the new AsA-NHPI cohort - ODS Admin Supplement
Funded at University of Chicago · NIH-11571127 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A one-year study will look at how common turmeric/curcumin and ginseng use relates to heart and metabolic health in Asian American adults.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $50,000 |
| NIH project number | 3UH3HL170036-04S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11571127 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Adults 21 years or older who identify as Asian American (Korean, Indian, or Filipino) and use turmeric/curcumin or ginseng supplements.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals not using turmeric or ginseng or those outside the studied ethnic groups may not directly benefit from this study.
What this research studies
This project will recruit about 150 adults from Korean, Indian, and Filipino communities in Chicago to complete a targeted survey on how often and how long they take turmeric and ginseng supplements. We will measure circulating biomarkers and cardiometabolic health indicators to understand links between supplement use and cardiovascular risk in a real-world setting. The study leverages existing community cohorts to collect data on diet, supplement patterns, and health outcomes, aiming to identify potential pathways through which these botanicals may influence cardiovascular disease. Results could inform clinicians and patients about the relationships between common supplement use and heart health in diverse populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, findings may help individuals make informed choices about turmeric and ginseng use for heart health and guide future personalized recommendations.
How similar studies have gone: Prior research suggests biological links between these supplements and cardiovascular pathways, but real-world population data are limited, so findings could be novel.
Where this research is happening
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University of Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Aschebrook-Kilfoy, Briseis a — University of Chicago
- Study coordinator: Aschebrook-Kilfoy, Briseis a
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.