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

  • AccuMed

    RECRUITING

    Garden City, New York, 11530, United States

  • Global Life Research Network

    RECRUITING

    Miami, Florida, 33155, United States

  • Lindus Health

    RECRUITING

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02111, United States

  • New Dawn Wellness and Medical Research Center

    RECRUITING

    Houston, Texas, 77082, United States

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