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MOS Prebiotic Potential in Older Adults
Sponsor: University of Florida
Summary
Mannooligosaccharides (MOS) derived from baker's yeast may have prebiotic properties such as improving gastrointestinal function. The aims of this study are to determine the effect of MOS on gastrointestinal function and symptoms and fecal microbiota in older adults.
Official title: The Prebiotic Potential of a Yeast Cell Wall Fraction Containing Mannooligosaccharides and β-glucans.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
50 Years - 99 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
40
Start Date
2023-08-01
Completion Date
2026-06-30
Last Updated
2026-01-09
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Mannooligosaccharides yeast extract
15 g per day of mannooligosaccharide yeast extract.
Locations (1)
Food Science and Human Nutrition Department, University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida, United States