Could a simple fibre supplement tame ulcerative colitis Flare-Ups?
NCT ID NCT06515210
First seen Jun 12, 2026 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is testing whether two types of fibre supplements—acacia gum and microcrystalline cellulose—can lower gut inflammation in people with ulcerative colitis. Sixty-nine participants will add one of the fibres or a placebo to their usual diet for six weeks. Researchers will measure changes in a stool marker of inflammation (calprotectin) and track symptoms. The goal is to see if personalized fibre supplements could become a simple, complementary strategy for managing the disease.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Acacia gum and microcrystalline cellulose (dietary fibre supplements)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, personalized dietary supplement strategy to help manage ulcerative colitis inflammation.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase trial (69 people) testing dietary supplements, not a drug. The effect on inflammation may be modest or no better than placebo, and results may not apply to all patients.
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