According to a new study, a daily dose of a Multi-Strain Probiotic can improve mood with reductions seen in fatigue, anger and depression as well as improvements seen in sleep quality. 38 healthy students ranging in age from 18 to 35 years, participated in this double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Participants were grouped into an experimental group…
In a new study researchers found supplementing with Vitamin B6 may reduce depression symptoms by as much as 20% in young women taking oral contraceptives. 8 healthy young women between the ages of 18 and 25 who were taking oral estrogen and progesterone contraceptives participated in this double-blind crossover study. The study lasted 12 weeks. …
A new study found supplementing with Bacopa Monnieri Extract may improve measures of executive functioning and cognitive flexibility in children. Over 100 male children including adolescents were recruited to participate in this double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study. Participants had elevated levels of inattention and/or hyperactivity. The boys were randomly assigned to receive a supplement of Bacopa…
A new study found supplementing with an extract of Rhodiola rosea may improve mood in individuals with mild anxiety. 81 students with mild anxiety participated in this study which lasted 14 days. The participants were assigned to received 200 mg of Rhodiola rosea twice a day or no treatment. A significant reduction in anxiety and…
According to new research supplementing daily with B vitamins significantly increases energy and overall mood in mentally demanding situations, reduces subjective stress and improves general mental health. Two clinical trials studying B vitamins supplementation have been completed and are the first trials ever to use neuroimagaing to examine the effects of vitamins supplementation. Researchers mapped…