Effects of Blueberry on Gut Microbiota and Metabolic Syndrome (NCT03266055)
Prebiotic Effects of Blueberry in Overweight/Obese Individuals: Potential Role of the Gut Microbiota in Alleviating the Metabolic Syndrome.
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
There is growing evidence that nutritional intervention with dietary polyphenols can positively modulate the gut microbiota to improve cardiometabolic health. Whether the beneficial effects of blueberries on obesity and the metabolic syndrome can be linked to their potential impact on the gut microbiota and intestinal integrity remains speculative at this time. Moreover, the mechanisms of action underlying health benefits associated to blueberry consumption are still unknown. The investigators are thus proposing to combine the study of metagenomics, transcriptomics and metabolomics to test whether a prebiotic activity of highbush blueberries can play a role in the prevention of obesity-linked metabolic syndrome in a clinical setting.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Laval University — Québec
Age range: 18 Years to 55 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
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📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Laval University — Québec,
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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