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Durian diet: scientists test the 'King of Fruits' on gut health

NCT ID NCT06194084

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: National Cancer Centre, Singapore Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at what happens when healthy adults eat 100 to 200 grams of durian every day for two weeks. Researchers measured changes in blood sugar, cholesterol, and gut bacteria. The goal was to understand how this popular fruit affects the body's microbiome and metabolism. The study is complete and involved 45 volunteers from a hospital staff in Singapore.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
durian pulp
What this could lead to
If the results show clear patterns, this could help design future studies on how specific foods affect gut health and metabolism.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 45 healthy volunteers. It does not test any treatment or disease outcome, so findings may not apply to broader populations or health conditions.

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DIET, FOOD AND NUTRITION

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Cancer Centre, Singapore

    Singapore, 168583, Singapore

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