Kefir drink tested as a tool to fight childhood obesity

NCT ID NCT06500104

First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study looks at whether adding kefir, a fermented milk drink, to the diet can help obese children lower their body mass index (BMI) and improve related problems like insulin resistance and fatty liver. About 60 children with a BMI above the 95th percentile will take part. The goal is to see if kefir can be a simple, natural way to manage obesity and prevent future health issues.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • China Medical University Children's Hospital

    Taichung, 404, Taiwan

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