Vitamin C and Gut Health in adults with obesity
Official Title
Anti-inflammatory Activities of Vitamin C Supplementation on the Gut Barrier Function in Adults with Obesity
Purpose
This study is testing whether taking vitamin C can improve gut health and reduce inflammation in adults with obesity. We want to learn if vitamin C helps strengthen the gut lining (“gut barrier”), improve digestion, and support overall health.
Could this study be right for you?
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Body weight: Have overweight or obesity (BMI 30 or higher)
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Location: Able to come to The Ohio State University campus in Columbus, Ohio for study visits
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Diet: Willing to follow a low vitamin C diet during the study
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Health status: Generally healthy, without major chronic diseases other than obesity
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Other: Non-smoker, not pregnant or breastfeeding, not currently taking high-dose vitamin C supplements