Prebiotic powder for tots: could it boost mood and sleep?

NCT ID NCT07401212

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Reading Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether giving 3-5 year olds a daily prebiotic fiber powder for several weeks can improve their mood, sleep, emotional control, and thinking. Parents of 106 children with low fiber intake will report on their child's behavior and emotions. The study is double-blind, meaning neither the families nor the researchers know who gets the real prebiotic versus a placebo.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: prebiotic fiber powder
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple dietary supplement to help young children with mood, sleep, and emotional regulation.
What could go wrong: This is a small early-stage trial (106 children) testing a dietary supplement, not a drug. The effects may be small or not noticeable, and results may not apply to all children.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cognitive disorder Emotional Regulation sleep disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

COGNITION EMOTION REGULATION SLEEP TEMPERAMENT

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Reading, School of Psychology and Clinical Languages
RECRUITING

Reading, Berkshire, RG6 6BZ, United Kingdom

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