Can a probiotic get things moving? new trial tests b. longum for constipation
NCT ID NCT06686420
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study is testing whether a daily supplement containing the B. longum probiotic can help adults who have infrequent bowel movements (less than 3 per week). Over 8 weeks, 80 participants will take either the probiotic or a placebo and track their bowel habits. The goal is to see if the supplement increases bowel movement frequency and improves stool consistency.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
B. longum probiotic supplement
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a natural, over-the-counter option to help relieve constipation without medication.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 80 participants. The supplement may not work better than a placebo, and results may not apply to everyone.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Atlantia Clinical Trials
Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States