Corn fiber boosts teen bone health?
NCT ID NCT02916862
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether taking a soluble corn fiber supplement for one year could improve bone health in healthy adolescents aged 10-13. 177 teens were randomly assigned to receive either the fiber supplement, fiber plus calcium, a placebo, or placebo plus calcium. Bone density was measured at the start, 6 months, and 12 months to see if the fiber helped build stronger bones.
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Flroida International University
Miami, Florida, 33199, United States
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