Gut health boost: postbiotics may ease depression symptoms

NCT ID NCT06982599

First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated Apr 23, 2026 · Updated 31 times

Summary

This study tests whether taking postbiotics (beneficial compounds from gut bacteria) for 8 weeks can improve mood and reduce depression symptoms in Korean adults aged 19-39. Participants have mild to moderate depressive symptoms and are randomly assigned to receive either postbiotics or a placebo. The goal is to see if this supplement can ease emotional distress without medication.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hanyang University

    Seoul, Seoul, 04763, South Korea

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