Butyrate supplement for preventing diabetes
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests if a special type of fat (butyrate) can help prevent diabetes in people who are overweight and have early signs of blood sugar problems. You would take a supplement for several weeks to see if it improves how your body handles sugar.
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Who can take part
- Be between 20 and 70 years old
- Have a BMI between 28 and 40
- Your weight has been stable for at least 3 months
- Have normal blood pressure
- Have at least one sign of pre-diabetes, such as slightly elevated blood sugar or insulin resistance
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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