Probiotics for Anxiety Study

Who can take part

• Age > 18 years old
• Has self-reported mild to moderate generalized anxiety
• Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) score of 5-14 at screening
• Interested in understanding more about their anxiety and the use probiotic products
• If taking any OTC or other products for anxiety and/or sleep (e.g. magnesium, melatonin, anticholinergics etc.), must be on a stable dose for at least 4 weeks prior to randomization and maintain the stable intake for the duration of the study
• Willing to do a 4-week washout from any systemic antibiotic use prior to randomization
• If using any cannabis-containing products, must be on a stable dose for at least 4 weeks prior to randomization
• In good general health at the time of screening (Investigator discretion)
• Able to read and understand English
• Able to read, understand, and provide informed consent
• Able to use a personal smartphone device and download Chloe by People Science
• Able to receive shipment of the product at an address within the United States
• Willing to wear a health tracking wearable device everyday (up to 7 weeks) during sleep
• Able to complete study assessments over the course of up to 7 weeks

Who cannot take part

• Concomitant Therapies:; Participants taking prescription medication for anxiety and/or sleep; Participants receiving any investigational therapies or treatments within 30 days prior to randomization
• Other Illnesses or Conditions: Participants who have the following co-morbidities are excluded:; Known diagnosis of Generalized Anxiety Disorder that is uncontrolled and severe; Known diagnosis of Inflammatory Bowel Disease; Known diagnoses of the following disorders: Narcolepsy, Restless Leg Syndrome, Circadian Rhythm Disorders, Panic Disorder; Current or prior psychotic disorder
• Do not have a smartphone and/or internet access