The Claim

In 19 adults with elevated cardiometabolic risk, daily supplementation with 5g of TOTUM-63 for 8 weeks resulted in a statistically significant increase in gut microbiota α-diversity (p=0.003).

Source: 725-P: TOTUM-63 (T63), a Novel Plant-Based Polyphenol-Rich Substance, Improves Glucose Homeostasis and Modulates Gut Microbiota Diversity among Adults at Increased Cardiometabolic Risk

What the research says

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Supports
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Correlation
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In plain English

In a group of 19 adults with elevated cardiometabolic risk, taking 5 grams of TOTUM-63 daily for 8 weeks was associated with a measurable increase in the variety of gut bacteria.

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In 19 adults with elevated cardiometabolic risk, 8 weeks of daily 5g TOTUM-63 supplementation was followed by a statistically significant increase in gut microbiota α-diversity (p=0.003), suggesting a potential association between this supplement and enhanced microbial richness in the gut.

Why this might work

Plant compounds in the supplement reach the gut and feed beneficial bacteria, causing them to multiply and become more diverse. These bacteria produce chemicals that strengthen the gut lining, reduce inflammation in the body, and trigger hormones that improve how the body handles sugar.

Supported mechanismbased on 1 study

What the research says

1 study
  1. Study: 725-P: TOTUM-63 (T63), a Novel Plant-Based Polyphenol-Rich Substance, Improves Glucose Homeostasis and Modulates Gut Microbiota Diversity among Adults at Increased Cardiometabolic Risk

    In a small study, 19 people with prediabetes and extra weight took a plant-based supplement every day for 8 weeks, and their gut bacteria became more diverse—meaning more kinds of good bacteria were present. This matches what the claim says.

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