Heartburn relief in a pill? PepZinGI put to the test
NCT ID NCT07379645
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether PepZinGI, a zinc-L-carnosine supplement, can reduce heartburn triggered by food. Fifty adults with frequent heartburn completed two one-week treatment periods (PepZinGI and placebo) remotely, using wearable devices and surveys to track symptoms and sleep. The goal is to see if this supplement offers a simple, over-the-counter option for managing occasional heartburn.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- PepZinGI (zinc-L-carnosine)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a natural supplement option for occasional heartburn relief.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 50 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the supplement may not outperform placebo.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Alethios, Inc
San Francisco, California, 94104, United States
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