Fiber study reveals gut health secrets in At-Risk adults

NCT ID NCT03773900

First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 33 times

Summary

This study looked at whether taking a daily fiber supplement (chitin-glucan) for three weeks can change the types and activity of gut bacteria in 19 healthy adults with extra belly fat and a higher risk for heart problems. Participants took 4.5 grams of fiber each day, and researchers measured changes in gut bacteria, fatty acids, and other health markers. The goal was to understand how this fiber might improve metabolic health.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Centre de Recherche en Nutrition Humaine Rhône-Alpes - Centre hospitalier Lyon Sud

    Pierre-Bénite, 69310, France

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