Could your workout change the germs in your mouth?
NCT ID NCT05765422
First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how different amounts of endurance exercise—from none to high levels—affect the bacteria living in the mouth of young adults aged 18 to 30. Researchers will collect saliva and gum samples to compare the oral microbiome and signs of inflammation. The goal is to understand whether exercise level is linked to oral health and to find mouth-based markers of physical activity.
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 different levels of exercise shape the mouth's microbial balance, pointing toward simple oral-health checks for athletes.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study, so findings may not apply broadly. It only looks at young endurance athletes, and results are observational—no treatment is tested.
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Nice University Hospital
Nice, 06000, France