25 MARCH 2020: WE HAVE COMPLETED RECRUITMENT FOR THIS TRIAL.

Are you experiencing one or more moderate gastrointestinal issues, such as:

  • Frequent pain or discomfort, indigestion, heartburn, nausea, diarrhoea or constipation
  • For at least once a week in the last 3 months?

We are seeking participants who experience moderate gastrointestinal disturbances for a 12-week trial investigating the tolerability and effectiveness of Bone Broth.

Participation involves:

  • Attendance of 4 appointments of 1-1.5 hours at NIIM (phone interviews can be arranged at 1 and 2 months)
  • Testing will include questionnaires, and FREE urine test to assess leaky gut
  • After a run-in phase of 4 weeks, take 2x 5g (1 tsp) of the Bone Broth powder daily as per instructions for 8 weeks./li>

Testing will be conducted at NIIM, 21 Burwood Road, Hawthorn VIC 3122

Chief Investigator: A/Prof Karin Ried, Director of Research, NIIM, [email protected]

THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST.

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