Could a special diet protect kids with feeding tubes from lung damage?
NCT ID NCT07303868
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether foods that bind bile can reduce bile acid levels in the stomach and saliva of children aged 5 to 21 who rely on feeding tubes. High bile levels can lead to lung irritation if accidentally inhaled. For two weeks, participants will eat a high bile-binding diet, then switch to a low bile-binding diet, and their bile levels and symptoms will be compared. The goal is to find a simple dietary way to lower aspiration risk.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
high bile acid-binding blenderized diet
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple dietary change to reduce aspiration-related lung problems in children who rely on feeding tubes.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase trial with only 66 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The diet change is short-term (2 weeks), and long-term benefits or risks are unknown.
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