Resistant cassava starch for blood sugar and gut health
Treatments studied
Part of Digestive system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests a special type of cassava starch (a common food ingredient) to see if it helps control blood sugar and acts as a fiber that supports gut health. If you are a healthy adult, you may be able to participate and contribute to research on everyday foods.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You are a healthy adult with a normal body weight (BMI between 18.5 and 24.9).
- You can keep your usual diet and exercise routine stable during the study.
- You are willing to sign a consent form after understanding the risks and benefits.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You have no chronic digestive issues and have not taken antibiotics in the past 3 months.
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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