Daily probiotic and gut health in adults 50 and older
This study tests whether taking a daily probiotic capsule for several weeks affects gut health and mental function in healthy adults aged 50 and older. Participation involves taking the capsule, collecting stool samples at home, and completing online questionnaires and simple brain games.
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Who can take part
- You must be 50 years of age or older.
- You must be free of any major psychiatric or neurological disorders.
- You must not have taken antibiotics or immunosuppressive medications in the past 8–16 weeks.
- You must not have significant digestive diseases (like Crohn's or celiac) or have had major gastrointestinal surgery (except for appendix or gallbladder removal).
- If you are a woman, you must be post-menopausal for at least 12 months or not able to become pregnant; breastfeeding is not allowed.
- You must not be allergic to the probiotic capsule ingredients (vitamin D3, isomaltooligosaccharide, yeast extract).
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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