A Triple-Group Randomized Controlled Trial to Evaluate the Effects of a Prebiotic and Probiotic Supplement to Provide Relief From Symptoms Associated With Bacterial Vaginosis and Yeast Infections.
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Summary
This virtual randomized controlled trial evaluates the efficacy of a prebiotic and probiotic supplement in providing relief from symptoms associated with bacterial vaginosis and yeast infections. Participants will be randomized into three groups-test product, active placebo, and excipient placebo-and will take two capsules daily for 30 days. The study will assess the effects on vaginal microbiome, symptoms of bacterial vaginosis and yeast infections, and overall vaginal health.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 25+ years
- Sex
- Female
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * Women * Age 25+ * Self-reported concerns symptoms associated with bacterial vaginosis or candida overgrowth, including itchiness, redness, abnormal discharge, and an unpleasant odor. * Suffers from digestive issues, including bloating, gas, or other digestive discomfort. * Generally healthy - do not live with any uncontrolled chronic diseases. * Willing to avoid using any vaginal health-related medications, supplements, and herbal remedies for the duration of this study. * If taking oral supplements or herbal remedies targeted at vaginal health, has been consistently tak…
Interventions
- Dietary SupplementPrebiotic + Probiotic Supplement
This intervention includes a combination of prebiotics and probiotics designed to promote vaginal and digestive health. The supplement contains Biotin, Lactobacillus acidophilus (as LA-14®), Bifidobacterium lactis (HN019™), Lactobacillus rhamnosus (as HN001™), Lactobacillus crispatus (as CCFM1110™), Lactobacillus gasseri (as HLG13™), Lactobacillus reuteri (as HR7™), Bacillus subtilis (as DE111®), PreforPro®, White Rice Flour, Magnesium Stearate (Vegetable Source), Silicon Dioxide (Bamboo Source), and Cellulose (Vegetable Capsule). Participants take two capsules daily with food for 30 days.
- Dietary SupplementActive Placebo Supplement
The active placebo supplement contains similar probiotic strains without the prebiotic component. Ingredients include Biotin, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium lactis, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus crispatus, Lactobacillus gasseri, Lactobacillus reuteri, Bacillus subtilis, Inulin (from Chicory Root), White Rice Flour, Magnesium Stearate (Vegetable Source), Silicon Dioxide (Bamboo Source), and Cellulose (Vegetable Capsule). Participants take two capsules daily with food for 30 days.
- Dietary SupplementExcipient Placebo Supplement
The excipient placebo supplement contains no active ingredients related to prebiotics or probiotics. It includes White Rice Flour, Magnesium Stearate (Vegetable Source), and Cellulose (Vegetable Capsule). Participants take two capsules daily with food for 30 days.
Location
- CitruslabsSanta Monica, California