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Type 2 DiabetesNCT07464691

Effect of Prebiotics in Saudi Adults With Type 2 Diabetes

A study testing oligofructose in people with Type 2 Diabetes and Metabolic Health, run by Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University at 1 site in Saudi Arabia.

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Opening soon. The study is approved but enrolment has not started yet. Sites may already take enquiries.

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Trial summary

This study will explore how a natural food ingredient called oligofructose affects blood glucose levels, lipid profiles, inflammation biomarkers, and gut bacteria in Saudi adults with type 2 diabetes. Oligofructose is a type of dietary fiber found in foods such as onions, garlic, and bananas. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 45 to 60 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
Conditions the study is for
Type 2 Diabetes, Metabolic Health, Inflammation
What is being tested?
oligofructose
Type of treatment
Pill or oral medicine
Could I receive a placebo?
Yes, some participants may receive a placebo
How many people
100 participants
Where
1 siteSaudi Arabia
Study dates
13 Sep 2026to 31 Dec 2027
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
Not yet: the study is under way

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 45 to 60 years
  • All sexes
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Adult

Who may be able to join

  • Saudi, both males and females.
  • Aged between 45-60 years old
  • BMI between 25 - 30 kg/m2
  • No antibiotic use for the last six months
  • Cases:
  • Type 2 diabetes.
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  • Duration of diabetes ≥ 5 years
  • HbA1c ≥ 6.5-8.0
  • Controls: (subjects with normal OGTT results)
  • Fasting plasma glucose (FPG) < 100 mg/dl (5.6mmol/l)
  • A1C less than 5.7%
  • 2-hour post-load glucose < 140 mg/dl (7.8 mmol/l)

Who cannot join

  • Patients with Type 1 diabetes.
  • Pregnant \& breastfeeding females.
  • Any serious disease such as renal or hepatic disease, thyroid functions, coeliac disease, or the presence of gastroparesis.
  • Use of weight-loss treatments within 3 months before inclusion
  • Diabetic patients on acarbose, metformin (> 1 g/day), and GLP-1 medications.
  • Use of antibiotic drugs for the last 3 months of treatments that influence gut microbiota composition.
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  • Bypass surgery, Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy (LSG), or colon restriction.
  • Chronic gastrointestinal disorder (except irritable bowel syndrome).
  • Patients with a history or symptoms of obstruction or Inflammatory bowel disease
  • Atypical diets (such as vegetarians, vegans, and heavy consumption of dietary supplements).
  • Use of pre/probiotics or fiber supplements within 3 months before inclusion.
  • Any drug that can interfere with food absorption or gut flora, such as chronic consumption of loperamide, cholestyramine, antacids, H2-receptor blockers, proton pump inhibitors, fibrates, corticosteroids, or sex steroids, omega-3 unsaturated fatty acids acid, or anti-inflammatory drugs.
  • Autonomic neuropathy
  • Any immune-compromised disease.
  • Daily alcohol consumption > 30 g.
  • Involvement in another clinical trial in the past 6 months.
  • Any legal incompetence or mental inability to provide consent.

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.

Abeer S. Alzaben, PhD contact

ASAlzaben@pnu.edu.sa

Saudi Arabia1 site
  • King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz University Hospital

    Riyadh, 11564

    Nahla M. Bawazeer, PhD, NMBawazeer@pnu.edu.sa

    Abeer S. Alzaben, PhD, ASAlzaben@pnu.edu.sa

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About this study

Official title: Effect of Prebiotics in Saudi Adults With Type 2 Diabetes: Randomized Control Trail

This study will explore how a natural food ingredient called oligofructose affects blood glucose levels, lipid profiles, inflammation biomarkers, and gut bacteria in Saudi adults with type 2 diabetes. Oligofructose is a type of dietary fiber found in foods such as onions, garlic, and bananas. It is known to help the growth of "good" bacteria in the intestine, which may improve digestion and metabolism.

A total of 100 adults (50 with type 2 diabetes and 50 without diabetes) will take part in this research. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either oligofructose or a placebo twice daily for 12 weeks. Blood tests will be done at the beginning and at weeks 4, 8, and 12 to check changes in blood glucose, lipid profiles, and inflammation.

The goal of this study is to find out whether adding oligofructose to the diet can help people with diabetes improve their blood glucose control, reduce inflammation, and support a healthier balance of gut bacteria.

Read the detailed description

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) represents a major public health challenge and is frequently associated with metabolic abnormalities, including dyslipidemia, obesity, and cardiovascular disease. Emerging evidence indicates that the gut microbiota plays a critical role in regulating host metabolism, inflammation, and glucose homeostasis. Alterations in gut microbial composition have been consistently observed in individuals with T2DM and obesity, suggesting that modulation of gut microbiota may represent a therapeutic target for metabolic disease management.

Prebiotics are non-digestible, fermentable dietary components that selectively stimulate the growth and activity of beneficial gut bacteria. Oligofructose, a well-studied prebiotic carbohydrate, resists digestion in the upper gastrointestinal tract and undergoes fermentation in the colon, leading to the production of short-chain fatty acids that influence glucose metabolism, lipid metabolism, appetite regulation, and inflammatory pathways.

Previous human and animal studies have reported mixed but promising results regarding the effects of oligofructose on glycemic control, lipid profiles, body weight, and inflammatory markers. Some studies demonstrated improvements in fasting blood glucose, lipid parameters, insulin sensitivity, and body weight, while others reported limited metabolic effects despite favorable changes in gut microbiota composition. Differences in study populations, dosages, duration, and baseline metabolic status may account for these inconsistencies.

Individuals with T2DM exhibit distinct gut microbiota profiles compared to non-diabetic individuals, including increased abundance of gram-negative bacteria and elevated circulating lipopolysaccharides, which may contribute to metabolic endotoxemia and insulin resistance. However, data regarding the impact of prebiotic supplementation on gut microbiota and metabolic outcomes in the Saudi population are limited.

This study aims to evaluate the effects of oligofructose supplementation on body weight, glycemic control, lipid profile, inflammatory markers, and gut microbiota composition in individuals with type 2 diabetes. Unlike studies using probiotics, this intervention focuses on modulating endogenous gut microbiota through prebiotic supplementation without introducing live microorganisms.

Hypothesis:

Prebiotic oligofructose supplementation will lead to improvements in body weight, glycemic control, lipid profile, and inflammatory status, mediated in part through favorable modulation of gut microbiota composition.

Being tested
oligofructose, Maltodextrin (Placebo)
Keywords
Prebiotics, Dietary supplement, Gut Microbiome, Oligofructose
Medical subject headings
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2, Inflammation, Obesity

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • oligofructoseDietary supplement

    Dose: 16 g/day (two 8 g doses) Form: Powder, dissolved in warm drinks Route: Oral

  • Maltodextrin (Placebo)Dietary supplement

    Dose: 8 g/day (two 4 g doses) Form: Powder, dissolved in warm drinks Route: Oral

Study groups in NCT07464691
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Intervention "Oligofructose"ExperimentalParticipants will receive a daily 16 g oligofructose supplement (32 kcal/day) in sachets, divided into two 8 g doses, to be dissolved in warm drinks such as coffee, tea, or milk and consumed before meals. During the first week, participants will take half the daily dose to allow gradual adjustment to dietary fiber and minimize gastrointestinal discomfort.
Receives: Dietary Supplement: oligofructose
Control "Maltodextrin"Placebo comparatorParticipants will receive an equal-calorie maltodextrin placebo (8 g/day) in sachets, divided into two daily doses for 12 weeks. The powder will be dissolved in warm drinks such as coffee, tea, or milk and consumed before meals, following the same procedure as the oligofructose group. During the first week, participants will take half the daily dose to allow gradual adjustment.
Receives: Dietary Supplement: Maltodextrin (Placebo)

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Change in fasting blood glucose

    Change in fasting blood glucose (mmol/L) from baseline, measured from venous blood samples collected using standard laboratory assays.

    Measured: Baseline, week 4, week 8, and week 12

  2. Change in fasting insulin

    Change in fasting insulin (µIU/mL) measured from venous blood samples using standard laboratory assays.

    Measured: Baseline, week 4, week 8, and week 12.

  3. Change in HbA1c

    Change in glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) (%) measured using standard laboratory assays.

    Measured: Baseline, week 4, week 8, and week 12.

Secondary outcomes (12)
  1. Change in Body Mass Index (BMI)

    Change in body mass index calculated as weight (kg) divided by height squared (m²).

    Measured: Baseline, week 4, week 8, and week 12

  2. Change in Waist Circumference

    Change in waist circumference measured using a flexible measuring tape (measured in cm).

    Measured: Baseline, week 4, week 8, and week 12.

  3. Change in Hip Circumference

    Change in hip circumference measured using a flexible measuring tape (measured in cm).

    Measured: Baseline, week 4, week 8, and week 12.

  4. Change in Body Composition

    Change in body composition (% body fat) assessed using bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) and/or dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA).

    Measured: Baseline and week 12.

  5. Change in Total Cholesterol

    Change in total cholesterol (mmol/L) measured from fasting blood samples using standard laboratory methods.

    Measured: Baseline, week 4, week 8, and week 12

  6. Change in LDL cholesterol

    Change in LDL cholesterol (mmol/L) measured from fasting blood samples using standard laboratory methods.

    Measured: Baseline, week 4, week 8, and week 12.

  7. Change in HDL Cholesterol

    Change in HDL cholesterol (mmol/L) measured from fasting blood samples using standard laboratory methods.

    Measured: Baseline, week 4, week 8, and week 12.

  8. Change in serum Triglycerides level

    Change in triglycerides level (mmol/L) measured from fasting blood samples using standard laboratory methods.

    Measured: Baseline, week 4, week 8, and week 12.

  9. Change in serum C-Reactive Protein (CRP)

    Change in inflammatory marker serum levels of CRP (mg/L) measured from fasting blood samples using ELISA assays.

    Measured: Baseline, week 4, week 8, and week 12

  10. Change in serum Interleukin-6 (IL-6)

    Change in inflammatory marker serum levels of IL-6 (pg/mL) measured from fasting blood samples using ELISA assays.

    Measured: Baseline, week 4, week 8, and week 12.

  11. Change in serum Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha (TNF-α)

    Change in serum TNF-α levels (pg/mL) measured from fasting blood samples using ELISA.

    Measured: Baseline, week 4, week 8, and week 12.

  12. Change in Gut Microbiota Composition

    Change in abundance and diversity of specific gut bacterial species, including bifidobacteria, assessed by analysis of stool samples using 16S rRNA sequencing.

    Measured: Baseline and Week 12

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted11 Mar 2026
  2. Study start13 Sep 2026 (estimated)
  3. Primary completion30 Sep 2027 (estimated)
  4. Study completion31 Dec 2027 (estimated)

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Model description
This study uses a parallel, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled design. One hundred adults (50 with type 2 diabetes and 50 healthy controls) will be randomly assigned to receive either oligofructose or a placebo twice daily for 12 weeks. Participants remain in their assigned group for the entire study, and neither participants nor researchers know which intervention is given. Outcomes, including glycemic control, lipid profile, inflammatory markers, and gut microbiota composition, will be compared between groups at baseline and after 4, 8, and 12 weeks.
Masking
Triple blind
Who is masked
Participant, Care provider, Outcomes assessor
Enrolment
100 participants (estimated)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT07464691
Sponsor's protocol ID
23-0053
Status last verified
Mar 2026
First submitted
4 Mar 2026
Last updated
11 Mar 2026
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No: Individual participant data (IPD) from this study will not be shared outside the research team. All data will remain confidential and will be used solely for this study in accordance with institutional ethical guidelines and participants' informed consent.

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing oligofructose in people with Type 2 Diabetes and Metabolic Health, run by Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University at 1 site in Saudi Arabia.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 12 inclusion and 17 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: opening soon, as of the sponsor's last update on 11 Mar 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in Saudi Arabia. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. Some participants in this study may receive a placebo. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

Contact Nahla M. Bawazeer, PhD (00966 11 822 0000 ext. 41567, NMBawazeer@pnu.edu.sa), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Change in fasting blood glucose (time frame: Baseline, week 4, week 8, and week 12). The study lists 3 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 11 Mar 2026.

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