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Probiotic

Intervention Arm - Yogurt with added Spices for Cardiometabolic Syndrome

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Research Sponsored by University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

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Must have

Be older than 18 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up pre/post each four-week study arm

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Study Summary

This trial aims to study how spices can help promote a healthy gut by acting as prebiotics. The researchers are looking to understand the effects of spice-derived compounds on the gut and overall health. They

Who is the study for?

This trial is for individuals with Metabolic Syndrome or Cardiometabolic Syndrome. Specific eligibility criteria are not provided, but typically participants should be adults who meet the diagnostic criteria for these conditions and are able to consume yogurt.Check my eligibility

What is being tested?

The study is testing whether adding spices to yogurt can improve gut health and cardiometabolic profile by acting as a prebiotic. The effects on gut microbiota and related metabolic outcomes will be measured before and after consuming the spiced yogurt.See study design

What are the potential side effects?

While specific side effects are not listed, common ones may include digestive discomfort such as bloating or gas due to changes in gut bacteria from the prebiotic effect of spices.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ pre/post each four-week study arm

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~pre/post each four-week study arm

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and pre/post each four-week study arm for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary outcome measures

Concentration of fecal short chain fatty acids including acetate, proprionate, and butyrate

Concentration of serum ghrelin (pg/mL)

Concentration of serum leptin

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Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Placebo Group

Group I: Intervention Arm - Yogurt with added SpicesExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Consumption of twice daily yogurt with added spices for four weeks.

Group II: Sham Arm - Yogurt without added SpicesPlacebo Group2 Interventions

Consumption of twice daily yogurt without added spices for four weeks.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

McCormick Science InstituteOTHER

11 Previous Clinical Trials

1,149 Total Patients Enrolled

University of Alabama, TuscaloosaLead Sponsor

44 Previous Clinical Trials

19,486 Total Patients Enrolled

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is the current number of individuals being recruited for participation in this clinical study?

"Yes, the details on clinicaltrials.gov reveal that this trial is currently in search of participants. It was first listed on January 1st, 2023 and last revised on March 8th, 2024. The study aims to enroll 30 individuals from a single site."

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Is the process of enrolling participants still ongoing for this medical study?

"Indeed, as per clinicaltrials.gov information, this research is actively enrolling subjects. The trial was initially registered on January 1st, 2023 and last revised on March 8th, 2024. Recruitment aims to enlist 30 participants from a single site."

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Which specific group of individuals is the most suitable to participate in this study?

"Individuals eligible for enrollment in this research study must exhibit cardiometabolic syndrome and fall within the age bracket of 50 to 69 years. The trial aims to recruit approximately 30 participants."

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Is the clinical trial open to individuals younger than 30 years old?

"Patients eligible for this trial must fall between the ages of 50 and 69. Specifically, there are 10 trials available for individuals under 18 years old and an additional 120 options tailored to those above the age of 65."

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Recent research and studies

clinicaltrials.govStudy

Spices for Cultivating a Healthy Gut Microbiome and Cardiometabolic Profile

2023. "Spices for Cultivating a Healthy Gut Microbiome and Cardiometabolic Profile". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT06313580.