Clinical Studies
All of the ingredients included in our products are natural.
There are a range of clinical studies that support the benefits of the ingredients we include in our products.
We have listed some of them below and which ingredients and benefits they relate to.
Matcha:
Its health-promoting properties are attributed to the high content of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory substances. Studies confirming the high antioxidant potential of tea beverages claim that it originates from the considerable content of catechins, a type of phenolic compound with beneficial effects on human health. Due to its potential for preventing many diseases and supporting cognitive function, regular consumption of matcha may have a positive effect on both physical and mental health.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7796401/
Stress reduction: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31111111/
Lions Mane Mushroom:
The described anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidative, and immuno-stimulating properties in cells, animals, and humans seem to be responsible for the multiple health-promoting properties. A wide range of research advances and techniques are described and evaluated. The collated information and suggestion for further research might facilitate and guide further studies to optimize the use of the whole mushrooms and about 70 characterized actual and potential bioactive secondary metabolites to help prevent or treat human chronic, cognitive, and neurological diseases.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26244378/
Tremella Mushroom:
The main polysaccharide ingredients have been extracted and used as treatment in a variety of conditions, demonstrating positive effects in a range of biological functions including those involved in anti-oxidation, anti-tumor, anti-diabetic, immunomodulatory, and neuroprotective pathways.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36757441/
Reishi Mushroom:
Reishi mushrooms contain beta-glucans and triterpenes that may help boost immune function. One of the most notable benefits of reishi mushroom is its ability to help reduce stress and improve sleep quality. It may help balance cortisol levels, leading to better stress management and improved sleep. For people experiencing high levels of fatigue, including those with chronic fatigue syndrome, reishi mushrooms may offer a natural energy alternative. Reishi mushrooms possess potent anti-inflammatory properties and antioxidants. These compounds can help reduce inflammation in the body and protect cells from oxidative stress, potentially lowering the risk of chronic diseases
https://www.webmd.com/diet/health-benefits-reishi-mushrooms
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/reishi-mushroom-benefits
MCT Oil:
MCT oil, derived from medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), offers numerous health benefits. MCT oil provides a quick source of energy for the body. It is rapidly absorbed and metabolized, making it an efficient fuel source.
MCT oil may support brain health and cognitive function by:
- Providing an alternative energy source for the brain in the form of ketones
- Potentially improving memory and focus
- Showing promise in managing neurological disorders like Alzheimer's disease
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21676342/
Maca Root:
Maca root (Lepidium meyenii) has been associated with several potential benefits based on the provided sources:
Maca is commonly used as a food supplement due to its claimed ability to improve endurance and increase energy levels.
One of the most widely reported benefits of maca is its potential to enhance sexual performance and fertility, this includes claims of improved libido and sexual function.
Maca has shown promise in alleviating menopausal symptoms. Multiple randomized controlled trials have indicated favorable effects of maca on menopausal symptoms as measured by standardized scales like the Greene Climacteric Scale and the Kupperman Index.
Maca exhibits important biological activities, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11007719/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36102208/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6419242/
Ashwagandha:
Ashwagandha has shown significant promise in reducing stress and anxiety levels:
- Multiple double-blind, placebo-controlled trials have demonstrated that ashwagandha can reduce anxiety scores by up to 70% or more in patients
- A 2021 review of seven studies involving 491 adults in India found that participants who took ashwagandha reported significantly reduced levels of stress and anxiety
- One study showed that ashwagandha supplementation was associated with a statistically significant reduction in the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A) scores compared to placebo
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Ashwagandha has demonstrated positive effects on various aspects of cognitive function
- The herb has been found to improve mental alertness upon waking, with no reported serious side effects
- Significant improvements in cognitive function and psychomotor performance have been observed in healthy men, people with mild cognitive impairment, and those with bipolar disorder
Benefits were seen in as little as 2 weeks in healthy men, with improvements increasing over 8-week study periods.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10147008/
https://www.isrctn.com/editorial/retrieveFile/1d0c866d-98bd-4fd2-937d-a21ca36c4d7a/42176
https://www.webmd.com/diet/health-benefits-ashwagandha
Vitamin B5, B6 and B12
Vitamin B5 may help improve red blood cell production in certain conditions:
- Research has indicated that vitamin B5 could potentially help improve red blood cell production in people with myelodysplastic syndromes
- A study found widespread, severe cerebral deficiency of vitamin B5 in Alzheimer's disease (AD) patients compared to controls
- This deficiency was more pronounced in brain regions heavily affected by AD, such as the hippocampus and entorhinal cortex
- The researchers concluded that cerebral vitamin B5 deficiency may contribute to neurodegeneration and dementia in AD, potentially preventable or reversible with supplementation
Vitamin B6 supplementation may help reduce anxiety and depression:
- A study found that high-dose vitamin B6 supplementation (100 mg daily for a month) reduced self-reported anxiety in young adults and showed a trend towards reduced depression
- B6 plays a role in regulating the glutamatergic system and GABA levels, which are important for neuroprotection
Vitamin B12 is important for neurological health, though benefits of supplementation in older adults with moderate deficiency are debated:
- Vitamin B12 plays a vital role in the function and development of brain and nerve cells
- It protects against oxidative injury and inflammatory stress by scavenging free radical species and supporting glutathione activity
https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/vitamin-b6/
https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/encyclopedia/content?contenttypeid=19&contentid=vitaminb-6
https://www.reading.ac.uk/news/2022/Research-News/Vitamin-B6-could-reduce-anxiety-and-depression
https://www.ctsu.ox.ac.uk/news/benefits-of-vitamin-b12-supplements-for-older-people-questioned