Gut bacteria pill shows promise for shedding pounds
NCT ID NCT06964932
First seen Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study tested whether taking capsules of pasteurized Akkermansia bacteria (Akk11) could help overweight or obese adults lose weight and improve their metabolism. 61 participants took either the bacteria or a placebo while following a low-carb diet. The goal was to see changes in body weight, fat, and blood cholesterol levels.
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The School of Food and Bioengineering, Henan University of Science and Technolog
Luoyang, Henan, 471000, China
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