A trial of Akkermansia for weight loss in overweight adults
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests a supplement containing Akkermansia bacteria to see if it helps adults who are overweight or obese lose weight. It may be an option if you have not taken weight loss medications recently and are already trying to manage your weight with diet and exercise.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 24 and 40.
- You have not taken any weight loss, diabetes, or cholesterol medications in the past month.
- You have been trying to lose weight through diet and exercise for at least one month.
- You are willing to use birth control during the trial if you are able to have children.
- You have not used probiotics or antibiotics in the past three 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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