Could a probiotic be the next Heart-Healthy superfood?
NCT ID NCT07519967
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a probiotic called Lactobacillus mucosae DPC6426 can lower cholesterol in healthy adults with mildly high levels. Over 12 weeks, 94 participants took either the probiotic or a placebo. The goal was to see if this natural approach could offer a heart-healthy alternative to drugs or diet changes.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Lactobacillus mucosae DPC6426 (a probiotic)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could lead to a natural, food-based way to help manage cholesterol levels without drugs.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 94 participants. The effect may be modest, and results might not apply to everyone with high cholesterol.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Study site
Cork, Co. Cork, Ireland
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