Can a special cheese lower cholesterol by changing gut bacteria?
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether eating a type of aged cheese can help lower cholesterol by affecting the good bacteria in your gut. It is for people who regularly eat cheese, have slightly high cholesterol, and are generally healthy.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- You eat cheese regularly
- Your total cholesterol is between 5.5 and 7.5 mmol/L (moderately high)
- Your BMI is between 18 and 32
- You have not used antibiotics in the last 6 months
- You do not have chronic gut issues, heart disease, diabetes, or other serious conditions
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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