Gut check: can fiber supplements boost your microbiome?

NCT ID NCT05906589

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at how two types of dietary fiber, psyllium and inulin, affect gut bacteria and related substances in healthy adults over 60. Participants took each fiber or a placebo for two weeks, with breaks in between. The goal was to see if some people respond better to fiber than others, which could help personalize diet advice.

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  • Rowett Institute

    Aberdeen, AB25 2ZD, United Kingdom

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