Probiotics on Stress-associated Gastrointestinal Function in University Students
Completed · Not applicable · Has a placebo group
Conditions studied: Healthy
In brief
The purpose of this research study is to evaluate the effect of a daily supplement of probiotics (Lactobacillus gasseri KS-13, Bifidobacterium bifidum G9-1, Bifidobacterium longum MM-2) on stress-associated gastrointestinal function in university students during the time of semester exams.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT03056846
- Run by
- University of Florida
- People needed
- 634
- Starts
- 2017-09-05
- Expected to finish
- 2018-02-05
- Last updated by the study team
- 2019-03-25
Who can join
Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.
You may qualify if…
- At least 18 years of age
- Healthy full-time undergraduate student at the University of Florida
- Willing and able to consume a daily supplement (probiotic or placebo) for the duration of the 6-week study
- Willing and able to complete daily questionnaires online regarding general health and well-being, including stress levels and gastrointestinal symptoms (Note: we will recruit participants who will have Internet access for the duration of the protocol, but understand that, once enrolled, situations may change. If this is the case, paper copies of the online forms will be provided)
- Willing to discontinue any immune-enhancing dietary supplements (e.g., prebiotics and fiber supplements, probiotics, Echinacea, fish oil, vitamin E [>400% of the RDA or >60 mg/day])
- Had a cold/flu within the past year
You may not qualify if…
- Currently smoke
- Women who are lactating, know that they are pregnant, or are attempting to get pregnant
- Currently taking any systemic corticosteroids
- Currently being treated for any physician-diagnosed diseases
- Have received chemotherapy or other immune suppressing therapy within the last year
Where it is running
- University of Florida — Gainesville, Florida, United States
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