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A Multi-Mineral Intervention Improves Intestinal Permeability in Patients with Ulcerative Colitis: Results from a 90-Day Pilot Trial

2026-01-30 gastroenterology Title + abstract only
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IntroductionPrevious studies have shown that Aquamin(R), a multi-mineral extract from red marine algae, enhances barrier integrity proteins in the human colon. These findings prompted further investigation into Aquamin(R)s effects on gastrointestinal barrier function and permeability. MethodsSubjects with mild or in remission ulcerative colitis (UC) and healthy controls were enrolled in an open-label trial and received Aquamin(R) capsules (800 mg calcium/day) for 90 days. Intestinal permeabilit...

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