Blueberry powder may tame metabolic syndrome by boosting gut bacteria
NCT ID NCT03266055
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether taking 50 grams of blueberry powder daily for 8 weeks can improve gut bacteria and metabolic health in overweight or obese adults. Researchers will measure changes in blood sugar, cholesterol, and gut microbes. The goal is to see if blueberries can help manage metabolic syndrome through their prebiotic effects.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- blueberry powder
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple dietary supplement to help manage metabolic syndrome by improving gut health.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 59 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and blueberry powder is not a proven treatment.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Laval University
Québec, G1V0A6, Canada
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