Chicory fiber and gut health study
Treatments studied
This study tests whether a natural fiber from chicory root can change and keep changes in your gut bacteria. It may help improve digestion and overall health.
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Who can take part
- Be between 18 and 45 years old
- Have a body mass index (BMI) between 18.5 and 30
- Have regular bowel movements (more than 4 times a week)
- No sensitivity to certain carbohydrates (FODMAPs) and no current low-FODMAP diet
- No food allergies to gluten, dairy, nuts, soy, or lactose
- No antibiotics in the past 6 months
- No history of digestive diseases, heart disease, cancer, diabetes, or other serious conditions
- No major gut surgery (except gallbladder or appendix removal)
- Not a smoker and no drug or alcohol abuse
- No history of psychiatric or eating disorders
- Not currently on a restrictive diet like keto or intermittent fasting
- Not pregnant or breastfeeding
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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