Fiber and probiotics show promise in boosting immunity for advanced cancer patients

NCT ID NCT07194954

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study looked at whether adding a special fiber and probiotic supplement to standard care could improve gut health, immune function, and nutrition in 80 people with advanced colorectal cancer who were also malnourished. Participants took the supplement for 12 weeks while receiving chemotherapy. The goal was to see if this simple addition could help their bodies fight cancer better and improve their overall health.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • First Hospital of Hebei Medical University

    Shijiazhuang, Hebei, 050000, China

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