Gut bacteria pill may boost fat loss in overweight people
NCT ID NCT04677738
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a probiotic called Bifidobacterium breve can help healthy overweight adults lose fat when combined with exercise. About 95 participants took either the probiotic or a placebo for 12 weeks. Researchers measured changes in body fat using X-ray scans to see if the probiotic made a difference.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Bifidobacterium breve probiotic
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple probiotic supplement to help with fat loss when combined with exercise.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study in healthy overweight adults. The effect may be small or not meaningful for weight loss, and results may not apply to everyone.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Locations
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KGK Science Inc
London, Ontario, N6A 5RB, Canada