Clinical trial No longer in our active list Interventional Ages 18 and up

Effects of sourdough fermentation on blood sugar in prediabetic adults

Official title: Effects of Natural Sourdough Fermentation Duration and Acid Development on Postprandial Blood Glucose in Prediabetic Adults

Run by Arizona State University · NCT06925451 · Data updated 2026-05-14

This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.

This study is testing if eating sourdough bread that has been fermented for longer can help lower blood sugar levels in adults with prediabetes.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment15 (estimated)
SponsorArizona State University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Phoenix, Arizona)
Trial IDNCT06925451 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults diagnosed with prediabetes who are not taking diabetic medications.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are on medications affecting blood glucose or those following a carbohydrate-restricted diet may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This trial investigates how different fermentation durations of sourdough bread affect postprandial blood glucose levels in adults with prediabetes. Participants will consume sourdough bread with varying fermentation times after fasting, allowing researchers to measure the impact on their blood sugar response. The study aims to determine if longer fermentation times lead to improved glycemic control compared to traditional yeast bread. By focusing on naturally fermented sourdough, the trial seeks to explore a dietary intervention that could enhance metabolic health in prediabetic individuals.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a dietary strategy to help manage blood sugar levels in prediabetic patients.

How similar studies have gone: While few studies have specifically examined the effects of naturally fermented sourdough on prediabetes, related research on fermented foods and glycemic control suggests potential benefits.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* prediabetes; not on metformin; no known food allergies or sensitivities; not supplementing pre/post biotics

Exclusion Criteria:

* following diet that restricts carbohydrates; medication use affecting blood glucose; acute illness; smoker; pregnant; lactating; GI tract surgery; not willing to follow protocol

Where it's running

  • 850 Pbc
    Phoenix, Arizona, United States
    Recruiting

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How to take part

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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.