Abdominal Pain, Constipation, Dyspepsia, Flatulence
Conditions
Brief summary
The purpose of this study is to determine whether Yili Chang Qing Pro-ABB yoghurt is effective in improving mild constipation and the intestinal micro-ecology environment & alimentation.
Interventions
100g of placebo yoghurt will be taken at 10:00 am and 4:00 pm, respectively; 2 times per day.
100g of Yili Chang Qing Pro-ABB yoghurt will be taken by at 10:00 am and 4:00 pm, respectively; 2 times per day.
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
1. Male or female subjects, 25-45 yrs; 2. Non-specific and/or moderate constipation; 3. Irregular or occasional gastrointestinal disorders (flatulence, gurgling, feeling heavy after eating, abdominal pain); 4. Slow transit or irregular bowels movements (abnormal feces solidity, bowel movements decreased, e.g. every 2-3 days or less than 3 times per week).
Exclusion criteria
1. Diagnosed as chronic constipation; 2. Treated gastrointestinal symptoms; 3. Lactose Intolerance; 4. Treatment by analgesic such as aspirin and paracetamol; 5. Had laxatives or other remedies to promote digestion 2 weeks prior to the study start; 6. Consuming dairy products or supplements containing pro/pre-biotic 10 days prior to the study start; 7. Currently suffering from diarrhea.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Change in constipation condition after 3 weeks | Baseline & 3 weeks |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Change in gut resident flora after 3 weeks | Baseline & 3 Weeks |
Countries
China