Birth control pill and resistant starch for PCOS
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests whether adding a type of fiber (resistant starch) to a common birth control pill can improve health in women with PCOS. It aims to see if this combination helps with weight, hormones, and metabolism.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman aged 18 to 40.
- You have a body mass index (BMI) between 25 and 48.
- You have been diagnosed with PCOS using specific criteria, including irregular periods, high male hormones, or ovarian cysts.
- You are willing to avoid pregnancy for the entire study period.
- You are not taking antibiotics, probiotics, or laxatives, and you eat less than 20 grams of fiber per day.
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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