Formula showdown: which one helps sick Kids' guts?
NCT ID NCT03414775
First seen Jan 12, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 14 times
Summary
This study looked at how two types of liquid food (Pediasure and Nourish) change the gut bacteria in children who are very sick in the hospital. 32 children aged 1 to 17 who already had a feeding tube took part. Researchers collected stool and saliva samples to see how the formulas affected the microbiome.
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Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15224, United States
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