Fiber fix for fat kids? new study targets gut bugs to fight obesity

NCT ID NCT07321184

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

Summary

This study tested whether a special fiber supplement, combined with a healthy Mediterranean diet and lifestyle changes, could improve gut bacteria and metabolic health in children with obesity. 36 children aged 8-14 took part for 8 months. The goal was to see if this approach could help manage obesity and related health problems.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

abdominal obesity-metabolic syndrome metabolic syndrome X obesity disorder Pediatric Obesity

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Department of Pediatrics, Vittore Buzzi Children's Hospital

    Milan, 20154, Italy