Probiotic pill shows promise for immune boost in healthy adults
NCT ID NCT07433855
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a daily probiotic supplement (heat-treated Lactiplantibacillus plantarum LM1004) could improve immune function in 120 healthy adults aged 19 to 75. Participants took either the probiotic or a placebo for 8 weeks. The main goal was to measure changes in natural killer (NK) cell activity, a key part of the immune system. Researchers also looked at other immune markers and safety. The results help determine if this probiotic is safe and effective for supporting immune health.
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Study facts
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- 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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120 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Aug 2023
- Finished
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Nov 2023
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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19 to 75 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy male or female adults aged 19 to 75 years * Able to understand the study procedures and provide written informed consent * Willing to comply with the study protocol Exclusion Criteria: * History of chronic or serious medical conditions that could interfere with study participation * Use of medications or supplements that may affect immune function within the screening period * Pregnant or breastfeeding women * Participation in another clinical study within 3 months prior to screening
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Dong-A University Hospital
Busan, South Korea
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