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    2013
    High Quality

    Efficacy and tolerability of alpha-galactosidase in treating gas-related symptoms in children: a randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled trial

    Di Nardo G, Oliva S, Ferrari F

    Published in BMC Gastroenterology

    Methodology

    Randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial of oral alpha-galactosidase in children with gas-related abdominal symptoms

    Key Findings

    Alpha-galactosidase reduced global gas-related symptom scores compared with placebo

    Conclusions

    Targeted enzyme supplementation can reduce fermentation-driven symptoms after carbohydrate-rich meals

    Limitations

    Small paediatric sample; short exposure

    Supplements Studied

    Efficacy and tolerability of alpha-galactosidase in treating gas-related symptoms in children: a randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled trial.

    Outcomes Measured

    Efficacy and tolerability of alpha-galactosidase in treating gas-related symptoms in children: a randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled trial.

    alpha-galactosidase has been shown to reduce gas production and related symptoms in adults.

    Related Health Concerns

    Study Details

    Year:2013
    Quality Score:7/10

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