Chewing gum to fight the bulge? new study tests sweet solution

NCT ID NCT07036692

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

Summary

This study is testing whether a special chewing gum containing galactooligosaccharides (GOS) can help overweight adults lose weight and improve their metabolism. Researchers will measure changes in body mass index (BMI), blood pressure, and gut bacteria over time. The study aims to recruit 120 overweight adults aged 25 and older who have at least one metabolic risk factor.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases Overweight

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Department of Biomedical Research, University of Bern

    RECRUITING

    Bern, 3010, Switzerland

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