Probiotics for Autism

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Age: Any Age

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Phase < 1

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Arizona State University

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?This trial studies a customized probiotic for children and adults with autism. The probiotic is tailored to each person's gut bacteria to see if it can help with autism and digestive symptoms. Participants will complete questionnaires at different points during the study. Probiotics have been explored in various studies for their potential to improve gastrointestinal health and reduce autism symptoms by modulating the gut-brain-microbiome axis.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for children and adults aged 2.5-75 years who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Participants must be new clients of Sun Genomics, not having started treatment yet, and their ASD diagnosis will be confirmed by an evaluation. They should not have had any medication or therapy changes in the last two months nor plan to change them during the first three months of the study.

Inclusion Criteria

The new client of Sun Genomics has applied for testing and treatment, but has not yet begun treatment.

I have been diagnosed with ASD by a doctor, confirmed by ASU staff.

I am between the ages of 2.5 and 75 years old.

Exclusion Criteria

I have not taken any antibiotics in the last two months, except for creams or ointments.

I haven't changed my medications or supplements in the last 2 months and don't plan to change them during the first 3 months of probiotic treatment.

Participant Groups

The study is testing a customized probiotic called Flore on individuals with autism to see if it can improve both autism-related symptoms and gastrointestinal issues. The participants' responses to this probiotic therapy are being closely monitored.

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Treatment GroupExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Each participant receives a customized probiotic based on the results of the test of their microbiota