Testing a probiotic supplement for overweight people
Part of Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial studies a supplement called D. piger to see if it's safe and how it affects alcohol breakdown in overweight adults with insulin resistance. You would take the supplement daily for 4 weeks.
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Who can take part
- You are a man or a woman who has gone through menopause.
- Your waist is larger than 102 cm (men) or 88 cm (women).
- You have a condition called insulin resistance (a blood test showing HOMA above 2.5).
- You are between 18 and 70 years old.
- You do not take any regular prescription medicines (except occasional pain relievers like Tylenol).
- You have not taken antibiotics or probiotic supplements in the last 3 months.
- You have no history of heart attack or stroke, gallbladder removal, or ongoing stomach or bowel issues.
- You are not a smoker and do not have a problem with alcohol.
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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