Clinical Trial

A Nutraceutical Containing Chlorogenic Acid and Luteolin Improves Cardiometabolic Parameters in Subjects with Pre-Obesity: A 6-Month Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study.

A study found that Altilix, a nutraceutical containing chlorogenic acid and luteolin, improved weight, glucose metabolism, lipid profile, hepatic functionality, and cardiovascular health in pre-obesity subjects.

CardiologyObesity Cynara cardunculus
Terzo S et al (2023).
Nutrients.
DOI:
10.3390/nu15020462
PubMed:
36678333

Consumption of Eggs Alone or Enriched with Annatto (Bixa orellana L.) Does Not Increase Cardiovascular Risk in Healthy Adults-A Randomized Clinical Trial, the Eggant Study.

This study found that consuming two eggs a day or two eggs enriched with Annatto for eight weeks did not have adverse effects on cardiovascular risk markers in healthy adults.

Cardiology Bixa orellana
Galvis Y et al (2023).
Nutrients.
DOI:
10.3390/nu15020369
PubMed:
36678239

Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia) water extract improves diarrhea symptoms by changing the gut environment: a randomized controlled trial.

Cinnamon water extract (CWE) improved diarrhea symptoms, increased colonic transit time, and altered gut microbiota composition by increasing certain metabolites and changing microbial groups.

Gastroenterology Cinnamomum cassiaCinnamomum zeylanicum
Park SY et al (2023).
Food Funct.
DOI:
10.1039/d2fo01835g
PubMed:
36655542

The effects of cannabidiol on subjective states, cognition, and psychomotor function in healthy adults: A randomized clinical trial.

A trial examined the effects of CBD on cognitive and psychomotor function in healthy college students. Results showed increased attention lapse duration and slight improvement in auditory reaction time with CBD. However, larger trials are needed to fully comprehend CBD's impact on cognition.

Neuroscience Cannabis sativa
Rudisill TM et al (2023).
Fundam Clin Pharmacol.
DOI:
10.1111/fcp.12868
PubMed:
36625844

Polyphenol-Rich Beverage Consumption Affecting Parameters of the Lipid Metabolism in Healthy Subjects.

This study found that consuming a polyphenol-rich beverage (PRB) can decrease fat and protein intake, increase fat-free mass, and improve DNA integrity. It has potential benefits for lipid metabolism.

Phytochemistry Vaccinium macrocarpon
Rahn C et al (2023).
Int J Mol Sci.
DOI:
10.3390/ijms24010841
PubMed:
36614281

Cranberry-lingonberry juice affects the gut and urinary microbiome in children - a randomized controlled trial.

Cranberry juice alters urinary microbiome in children with UTIs, reducing Proteobacteria and increasing Firmicutes, potentially preventing infections. Drinking cranberry juice may be beneficial for UTI prevention.

Gastroenterology Vaccinium macrocarponVaccinium vitis-idaea
Hakkola M et al (2023).
APMIS.
DOI:
10.1111/apm.13292
PubMed:
36602283

The effect of saffron (Crocus sativus L.) on glycemia, lipid profile, and antioxidant status in patients with type-2 diabetes mellitus: A randomized placebo-controlled trial.

Saffron supplementation for 8 weeks reduced fasting blood sugar, improved lipid profile, liver enzymes, and oxidative status in patients with type-2 diabetes. Further research needed for side effects and clinical recommendations.

Diabetes Crocus sativus
Tajaddini A et al (2023).
Phytother Res.
DOI:
10.1002/ptr.7600
PubMed:
36580575

Efficacy and safety of add-on Viola odorata L. in the treatment of COVID-19: A randomized double-blind controlled trial.

Sweet violet syrup, used in traditional Persian medicine, may help treat COVID-19 symptoms by enhancing respiratory functions and reducing inflammation, according to a study. Confirmation from additional research is required. (40 characters)

COVID-19 Viola odorata
Adel Mehraban MS et al (2023).
J Ethnopharmacol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.jep.2022.116058
PubMed:
36535329
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