Probiotic shows promise for weight and hormone health in women
NCT ID NCT07502404
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a probiotic called Lactobacillus gasseri could help overweight women manage their weight and balance sex hormones. Over 12 weeks, 110 women took either the probiotic or a placebo. Researchers measured changes in estrogen levels and body fat. The goal was to see if this friendly bacteria could support weight management and endocrine health.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Lactobacillus gasseri probiotic
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a natural supplement to help with weight management and hormone balance in overweight women.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed trial with 110 women. Results may not apply to everyone, and the effect may be modest. Probiotics can cause mild digestive upset in some people.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Fuwai Central-China Cardiovascular Hospital
Zhengzhou, Henan, 462000, China
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