Pomegranate juice may soothe gut inflammation in colitis patients

NCT ID NCT07115862

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This pilot study is testing whether drinking 8 ounces of pomegranate juice daily for 8 weeks can reduce gut inflammation and improve quality of life in people with mild-to-moderate ulcerative colitis. Researchers will also look at how the juice affects gut bacteria. The study involves 30 adults who follow a low-fiber diet and will compare the juice period to a no-juice period.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

pomegranate juice

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a simple dietary supplement to help manage ulcerative colitis symptoms and reduce inflammation.

What could go wrong

This is a very small pilot study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It also relies on self-reported symptoms and may not show clear benefits.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

ulcerative colitis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • UCLA Center for Human Nutrition

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    Los Angeles, California, 90095, United States

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  • West Los Angeles VA Medical Center

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    Los Angeles, California, 90073, United States

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