Fiber gummies: a tasty new weapon against obesity?
NCT ID NCT07758387
First seen Aug 11, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This trial tests whether gummies containing polydextrose, a type of dietary fiber, can help adults with overweight or obesity lose weight. Participants will take the gummies before meals for 24 weeks, alongside standard diet and exercise advice. The study compares weight loss, appetite, and safety against a placebo to see if this simple supplement could support weight management.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Polydextrose gummies (a dietary fiber supplement)
- What this could lead to
- If effective, polydextrose gummies could offer a simple, non-drug aid for weight management in people with overweight or obesity.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial, and the effect on weight loss may be modest. Gastrointestinal discomfort is possible, and results may not apply to everyone.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hospital Universitario Príncipe de Asturias
Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, 28805, Spain
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