Probiotics for teen stress: a Gut-Brain boost?
NCT ID NCT07565883
First seen May 07, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a daily probiotic supplement could support emotions, thinking skills, and immune function in 104 adolescents with moderate stress. Participants took either probiotics or a placebo for 12 weeks. Researchers measured mood, memory, attention, and immune markers. The goal was to explore potential benefits, not to treat or cure any condition.
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Locations
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Division Clinical Pharmacology, SOM, University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84108, United States
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University of Utah, Pediatrics and Primary Childrens Hospital
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84108, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
probiotic blend (Lactobacillus plantarum and Lactobacillus brevis)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple dietary supplement to help teens manage stress and support brain and immune health.
What could go wrong
This is an early exploratory study, not designed to prove treatment effects. Results may not be conclusive or generalizable to all teens.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.