Effects of Kefir on Celiac Disease
ConditionCeliac Disease
Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18+
SponsorUniversity Maribor
About this trial
This study will investigate whether regular consumption of kefir can reduce gastrointestinal symptoms and improve quality of life in adults with celiac disease who follow a strict gluten-free diet. The study will use a randomized cross-over design in which participants will consume kefir during one study period and continue their usual diet without kefir during another period.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Adults aged 18 years or older with a confirmed diagnosis of celiac disease.
Following a strict gluten-free diet.
Disqualifiers
Other chronic gastrointestinal diseases.
Pregnancy.
Known allergy or intolerance to milk or dairy products or other components of kefir.
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- kefir
Treatment groups
30 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groupsSponsors and collaborators
Source ClinicalTrials.gov