GUT MICROBIOTA

This study tests whether a 12-week multispecies synbiotic supplement can lower harmful gut-derived toxins and inflammation in 30 adults on hemodialysis. The goal is to improve gut health and reduce complications like heart disease. Participants must be on dialysis for at least 3 …

This study tests whether a probiotic called Lactiplantibacillus plantarum Dad-13 can improve the gut health and physical performance of 30 adolescent athletes living in a dormitory. Participants will take the probiotic and have their gut bacteria, inflammation markers, and VO2max…

This study looks at whether drinking a daily whole-food plant-based smoothie for two weeks before revision knee replacement surgery can lower inflammation and improve pain after the operation. About 24 adults scheduled for surgery will either add the smoothie to their diet or mak…

This study looks at how the nerves connecting the gut and brain might be involved in Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare people with Parkinson's, those at risk, and healthy volunteers. Participants give blood, stool, and saliva samples, plus undergo X-rays and a scope e…

This study looks at how a follow-on formula containing a special mix of probiotics and prebiotics (synbiotics) changes the gut bacteria of healthy babies aged 6 to 9 months. Over 12 weeks, parents will feed their baby either the test or a standard formula and collect stool sample…

This observational study tracks 100 adults to see how Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery alters gut bacteria and related chemicals over 12 months. Researchers will compare people having surgery with those on diet alone and healthy individuals. The goal is to link specific gut chang…

This study looks at whether a daily supplement of 'good bacteria' (synbiotic) can improve gut health and reduce harmful toxins in the blood of people on dialysis. Researchers will measure changes in gut bacteria, toxin levels, and gut barrier function over 12 weeks in 30 adult di…

This study will give 650 schoolchildren in Madagascar crackers made with cricket and black soldier fly larvae to see if they improve gut health and iron levels. Researchers will measure changes in the gut microbiome, inflammation, and iron status over 14 weeks. The goal is to fin…

This study looks at whether eating 4-5 servings of dairy foods daily (like milk, cheese, and yogurt) can improve brain function and thinking skills in adults aged 40-75 who are overweight. Researchers will use brain scans and cognitive tests to measure changes. The goal is to und…