Gum chewing in pregnancy: surprising link to Baby's brain?
NCT ID NCT06329596
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This study looks at whether chewing xylitol gum during pregnancy can change the bacteria in the mouth and vagina, reduce gum inflammation, and improve pregnancy outcomes. Researchers in Malawi will follow 80 pregnant women who chew the gum daily until delivery. They will also check the babies' development at 6 and 18 months old.
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Area 25 Health Center
Lilongwe, Malawi
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