Plain-English translation of NCT07485231 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
Read our Post Traumatic Stress Disorder research guide →This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
Researchers know that women with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) face a higher risk of heart disease as they age. This trial is testing whether beetroot juice—a natural dietary supplement—can help improve how blood vessels work in young women living with PTSD or trauma exposure. The study aims to understand and potentially prevent heart problems before they start.
PTSD changes how the body responds to stress, and this can harm blood vessel function over time. Early intervention with this medication might help protect heart health in women with PTSD before serious cardiovascular disease develops later in life.
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You will be randomly assigned to drink either beetroot juice or a placebo juice over the course of the study. The research team will test how well your blood vessels are working at the beginning and end of the study using non-invasive tests. You'll need to visit the clinic for testing sessions, avoid certain over-the-counter medications for 24 hours before each visit, and refrain from nicotine for 12 hours before testing. You can continue taking any psychiatric medications you're currently on.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 11, 2026 · Not medical advice
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