Relationship Between the Gut Microbiota and Stress

The relationship between the gut microbiota and stress is poorly studied in humans. In this study we aim to look for if stressed persons have different levels of key bacterial groups compared to the levels in non-stressed persons.

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Key information

Conditions

Psychological Stress Behavior Behavioral Symptoms Stress, Psychological

Age range

19 year–35 year

Sex eligibility

Male

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Lund University

Lund, 221 00, Sweden

About this study

The gut microbial flora will be analyzed with molecular genetic methods. Stress will be measured with cortisol levels in saliva and with questionnaire.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Healthy man between 19-35 years old

Exclusion criteria

Antibiotic intake
Gastrointestinal diseases
Diabetes
Phsycological diseases
Tyroid related diseases
Cardiovascular diseases
Celiaki
Cortisone drugs

Treatment and study plan

observation

Other

Observation of the gut bacterial flora in high- and low-stressed individuals

Primary outcomes

Markers of the gut microbiota

Time frame: May 2015-January 2016

Secondary outcomes

Markers of stress

Time frame: April 2015-January 2016

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Lund University

Other

Registry information

Important dates

Study start: 2015
Primary completion: 2017
Study completion: 2017
First posted: Mar 4, 2015
Registry last updated: Sep 11, 2017

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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