Stool sampling study with chia seeds for adults
This trial asks adults to eat chia seeds and provide stool samples several times a week. Researchers want to learn more about digestion and gut health by studying the samples.
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Who can take part
- Be 18 to 50 years old
- Be generally healthy
- Be willing to eat a daily serving of chia seeds (about 2.5 tablespoons)
- Provide at least 3 stool samples each week for the study, either at home using a provided tool or at a collection site
- Have a smartphone
- Not have a digestive or intestinal condition that makes eating chia seeds unsafe
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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