Diet study hopes to tame gut inflammation in polyp patients
NCT ID NCT06603519
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a two-week plant-based Mediterranean diet can change gut bacteria and reduce inflammation in people who have had colon polyps removed. Thirty participants will eat high-fiber meals delivered to their homes, and researchers will track changes in blood and stool samples over eight weeks. The goal is to understand how diet affects the gut microbiome and immune system in this group.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Modified plant-based Mediterranean diet (high-fiber meals)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a dietary approach to reduce inflammation and improve gut health in people prone to colon polyps.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early study with only 30 participants and no control group, so results may not apply broadly. Dietary changes can also cause temporary digestive discomfort.
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University of California, San Diego Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute
San Diego, California, 92037, United States