Testing acacia fiber for gut health in adults with mild constipation
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests whether a fiber supplement called acacia fiber helps with occasional constipation and improves gut bacteria. It is looking for healthy adults who do not get enough fiber and have mild constipation.
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Who can take part
- You are between 30 and 60 years old
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18.5 and 29.9
- You have occasional constipation (for example, 3 or fewer bowel movements per week, or hard, lumpy stools most of the time)
- You eat a low to moderate amount of fiber (less than 18 grams a day for women, less than 22 grams for men)
- You are generally healthy and not pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant
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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