Probiotic pill may improve weight loss after gastric bypass, study finds

NCT ID NCT05170867

First seen May 09, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested whether taking a probiotic called Hafnia alvei for 90 days after gastric bypass surgery helps people lose more weight and control their blood sugar better. 49 adults with obesity or type 2 diabetes took either the probiotic or a placebo. Researchers tracked weight, blood sugar, and gut bacteria changes for a year after surgery.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • NOVA Medical School|Faculdade de Ciências Médicas, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa

    Lisbon, 1169-056, Portugal

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