Whole wheat vs. white bread: gut health showdown in prediabetes
NCT ID NCT05318183
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how eating whole wheat bread affects gut bacteria and health in adults with prediabetes. 65 participants will eat either whole wheat or white bread for two weeks, then provide stool, urine, and blood samples. The goal is to see if whole wheat can improve blood sugar and reduce inflammation.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Whole wheat bread
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward dietary recommendations for managing prediabetes through gut health.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 65 people over 2 weeks. Results may not apply to everyone or lead to clear health changes.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio, 43210, United States
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