Chewing gum during pregnancy could boost Baby's brain development

NCT ID NCT06329596

Summary

This study is testing whether chewing xylitol gum during pregnancy can improve oral and vaginal bacteria, reduce gum inflammation, and potentially benefit infant development. Researchers in Malawi are enrolling 80 pregnant women who will chew either xylitol or placebo gum daily from early pregnancy until delivery. The study will track mothers' oral/vaginal health and their babies' development up to 18 months old.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Area 25 Health Center

    Lilongwe, Malawi

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