Grape powder may boost gut health in obesity, small study hopes
NCT ID NCT07231484
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tests whether eating freeze-dried grape powder every day for 4 weeks can improve gut bacteria, reduce inflammation, and lower stress in adults with obesity. Fifty participants aged 30-45 will be randomly assigned to receive grape powder or a placebo, then switch after a break. Researchers will measure changes in gut microbes, immune markers, and body composition.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- freeze-dried grape powder
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple dietary addition to help manage obesity-related inflammation and gut health.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 50 participants. The effects may be modest or not translate to real-world grape consumption. No major risks expected, but benefits are uncertain.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 50 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Dec 2025
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 to 60 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age: 18-60 years * Obesity with BMI of 30-45 kg/m2 * Willingness to consume study foods * Consistent diet and activity patterns for 4 weeks * Weight stable (\<5kg change over last 3 months) * Non-smoker \> 1 year or more * Not currently consuming an extremely healthy diet Exclusion Criteria: * Study food allergies * Regular consumption of grapes or grape-derived products * Gastrointestinal disease and/or bariatric surgery * Uncontrolled hypertension and blood pressure \>180/110 * Diabetes * Illicit drug use * History of alcohol or drug abuse * Recent use of medications that affect immune function (e.g., corticosteroids) * Recent consumption of antibiotics, prebiotics, probiotics, symbiotics, or dietary supplements containing fiber or phytochemicals * Pregnant or lactating individuals * HIV positivity * Recent start of medications that affect metabolism or appetite * Drug therapy for coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease, congestive
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Missouri-Columbia
RECRUITINGColumbia, Missouri, 65211, United States
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