Effects of mango and low-fat cookies on gut health and its impact on mental, sexual, and skin health
Effects of Mango or Low-Fat Cookie Consumption on Gut Health, and Its Relationship With Mental, Sexual and Skin Health
This study is testing whether eating fresh mangoes can improve gut health and, in turn, benefit mental, sexual, and skin health in healthy adults compared to eating low-fat cookies.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | San Diego State University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (San Diego, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT06800833 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research aims to explore how consuming fresh mangoes affects the gut microbiome and its subsequent relationship with mental, sexual, and skin health in generally healthy adults. Participants will be provided with either fresh mangoes or low-fat cookies to assess the impact on their gut health. The study will focus on measuring changes in gut microbiota and correlating these changes with various health outcomes. The goal is to understand the broader implications of diet on overall well-being.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are generally healthy adults with a BMI between 20 and 40 kg/m2.
Not a fit: Patients who smoke, are pregnant, or have specific health conditions requiring medication or dietary supplements may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into dietary interventions that improve gut health and, in turn, enhance mental, sexual, and skin health.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research into the effects of diet on gut health, this specific approach focusing on mango consumption and its multifaceted health impacts is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Generally healthy subjects * BMI 20-40 kg/m2 Exclusion Criteria: * Smoker * Pregnant woman * Required antibiotics use * Required dietary supplement use * Required medication of metabolic disorders, mental health and sexual health * Allergy to mango or wheat
Where this trial is running
San Diego, California
- San Diego State University — San Diego, California, United States (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.