Gut bacteria and berberine show promise for prediabetes in obese adults
Disease control
Completed
This study looked at whether a gut bacterium called Akkermansia muciniphila (AKK) and a natural compound called berberine (BBR) can help manage prediabetes in obese adults. 110 participants were randomly assigned to take AKK, BBR, or a placebo for 12 weeks. The researchers measur…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yu Chen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 10, 2026 13:25 UTC