DASH diet may reshape gut bacteria to lower cancer risk

NCT ID NCT04538482

First seen Feb 10, 2026 · Last updated Jun 09, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study looked at how two different diets affect the bacteria in your gut. 115 Black and White adults from Alabama ate either the heart-healthy DASH diet or a typical American diet for 28 days. Researchers measured changes in gut bacteria and related health markers to see if the DASH diet could help create a healthier gut and lower the risk of diseases like colorectal cancer.

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Locations

  • Moffitt Cancer Center

    Tampa, Florida, 33612, United States

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