JUVIA
Research type
Research Study
Full title
Pilot Study to assess the effect of enzyme rich malt extract (ERME/JUVIA) in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
IRAS ID
325736
Contact name
Stephen Bain
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
Ateria Health ltd
Duration of Study in the UK
0 years, 7 months, 29 days
Research summary
Irritable bowel syndrome is a common condition, causing abdominal pain, bloating and altered bowel habits. This study is exploring a marketed food supplement JUVIA which contains a high concentration of enzymes that digest carbohydrates which might improve symptoms of IBS. It is sweet substance which is a by-product of the malting process used in brewing, this enzyme rich malt extract has been used for many years in baking and cookery. Participants will be asked to take two tablespoons each day for 4 weeks and complete a number of questionniares and provide samples for biochemical analysis.
REC name
Wales REC 6
REC reference
23/WA/0120
Date of REC Opinion
28 Apr 2023
REC opinion
Favourable Opinion