Enzyme-rich Malt Extract (ERME)
Research type
Research Study
Full title
The effects of enzyme-rich malt extract on symptoms of chronic constipation
IRAS ID
291064
Contact name
Jordan Haworth
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
Ateria Health Ltd
Clinicaltrials.gov Identifier
Duration of Study in the UK
0 years, 6 months, 2 days
Research summary
Constipation is a common condition, but there can be many causes including age, diet, medications, and the gut microbiome i.e. types of bacteria living in the gut.
Enzyme-rich malt extract is a food supplement obtained from the malting process of cereal grains e.g. barley. ERME contains active enzymes that help to break down foods which are normally hard to digest, such as starches. The effects of enzyme-rich malt extract on constipation are unknown, therefore, the aim of this study is to look at the effects of enzyme-rich malt extract on symptoms of chronic constipation.
REC name
London - Queen Square Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
20/LO/1269
Date of REC Opinion
12 Feb 2021
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion