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Probiotic drink may ease PCOS-Related fertility issues

NCT ID NCT07711782

Disease control Sponsor: University of Lahore Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 17, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Summary

This study explores whether drinking water kefir daily for two months can improve reproductive health and cholesterol levels in women aged 18–25 with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Participants follow a calorie-controlled diet, with one group also consuming kefir. Researchers measure changes in lipid profiles and key reproductive hormones like FSH and LH.

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Active substance
water kefir (a probiotic drink)
What this could lead to
If effective, daily kefir could offer a simple, natural way to improve hormone balance and cholesterol levels in young women with PCOS.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Kefir's effects on reproductive health are not yet proven.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

50 people

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Started

Jan 2026

Finished

Apr 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 25 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Females of age 18-25 will be selected. * Females suffering from amenorrhea or cycle longer then 35days were selected. * Females with PCOS were selected. * Females with BMI 18.5-29.9 were selected in this research. * Females with thyroid issues were selected. Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant and breast-feeding females were not included. * Those who smoke were not included. * Those who consume alcohol were not included. * Those suffering from endocrine diseases were not be included. * Those taking lipid- lowering drugs or blood pressure regulating medications were not be included. * Those taking antibiotics or medications related to PCOS treatment or vitamin-mineral or probiotics within 1 month prior to study inclusion.

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Conditions

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polycystic ovary syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) Reproductive health

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The University of Lahore

    Lahore, Pakistan

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