2021-11-08 13:39:52 The aim of this study was to assess whether non-heme iron absorption was promoted by the simultaneous intake of Lactobacillus plantarum 299v (9 or 10 billion CFU). The 21 study participants – healthy…
Read More2021-09-13 08:40:32 An open-label randomized controlled clinical trial investigated Nigella sativa oil (NSO) – a herbal extract with anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and antiviral properties – as an effective treatment for COVID-19. Eligible participants aged 18 and…
Read More2021-09-02 10:49:12 A randomized, placebo-controlled, crossover trial investigated whether coadministration of psyllium with inulin – a dietary fibre – could reduce gastrointestinal symptoms in IBS patients. A total of 19 participants with either constipation- or…
Read More2021-09-02 09:16:48 A 12-week randomized, double-blind controlled trial conducted in Hong Kong investigated the effect of berberine supplementation on cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors and testosterone in men. Berberine, an isoquinoline plant alkaloid, possesses strong…
Read More2021-08-02 13:34:52 A 16-week randomized controlled trial investigated the effect of green tea extract (GTE) intake on the neurophysiological and clinical condition of patients with mild-to-moderate diabetic neuropathy. The biochemical compounds found in green tea…
Read More2021-07-06 12:38:02 Older people tend to have lower nitric oxide production, associated with poorer vascular and cognitive health. In a study by the University of Exeter, 26 healthy older people (70s to 80s) took part…
Read More2021-06-30 11:57:43 The study was conducted towards 60 participants aged 20-40 years with mild to moderate acne. Herbal extracts used for the intervention included: mangosteen, Lithospermum officinale, Tribulus terrestris L., and Houttunynia cordata Thunb extract.…
Read More2021-06-22 12:21:12 There is a worldwide increase in the prevalence and incidence of ulcerative colitis (UC) with a lack of adequate treatment for many of these patients. Bilberries (Vaccinium myrtillus or “European blueberries”) possess a…
Read More2021-06-09 16:21:47 In a meta-analysis 15 RCT’s were included examining the peri-operative care of colorectal cancer patients. The most used probiotic species included Lactobacilli (L. acidophilus, L. plantarum) and Bifidobacteria (B. longum) There was a…
Read More2021-06-09 16:21:18 A small study looking at 30 patients aged six to 17 years old randomized these children into groups receiving beclomethasone (250 ug BID) for asthma treatment. One group also received a probiotic containing…
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