Short Sleepers' gut bugs under the microscope
NCT ID NCT07567560
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looks at the gut bacteria of natural short sleepers—people who sleep less than 6 hours a night but feel fine. Researchers want to see if these individuals have a unique mix of gut microbes compared to others. The goal is to understand how sleep affects gut health, which could lead to better health tips for people with poor sleep.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could reveal how gut bacteria differ in people who naturally sleep less, possibly pointing to ways to improve health for those with poor sleep.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early observational study with only 34 participants, so findings may not apply to everyone. It does not test any treatment, so direct health benefits are not expected.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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AccuMed
RECRUITINGGarden City, New York, 11530, United States
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Global Life Research Network
RECRUITINGMiami, Florida, 33155, United States
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Lindus Health
RECRUITINGBoston, Massachusetts, 02111, United States
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New Dawn Wellness and Medical Research Center
RECRUITINGHouston, Texas, 77082, United States
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