Probiotics Against Low Grade Inflammation and Increased Intestinal Permeability in the Elderly
Probiotics Against Low Grade Inflammation and Increased Intestinal Permeability in the Elderly
NCT ID: NCT02342496 Phase: NA Status: COMPLETED Enrollment: 66 Completion: 2015-12-04
Conditions
Low-grade Inflammation, Increased Intestinal Permeability
Interventions
Placebo, Active, only probiotics, Active, blend of berries and probiotics
Summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the ability of a blend of berries and probiotics in reducing low-grade inflammation and intestinal permeability in the elderly. The intervention period is one month. Blood and fecal samples will be collected for analysis at baseline and at the end of the intervention with the aim to analyse possible changes in different parameters at the two timepoints. The participants will also be asked to keep a study diary throughout the study period for the documentation of their intestinal health and as a means for checking compliance.
Primary Outcome
Reduced intestinal permebility measured as decline in the levels of zonulin in blood samples