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New study looks at a supplement and brain blood flow
Learn what one new study found about a dietary supplement and brain health.
HealthStylz Editors
· 2 min read
The short version
- One new study looked at urolithin A
- It involved middle-aged adults with obesity
- Ask your doctor or pharmacist first
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Supplement Science
Supplement Evidence & Safety Profile
Comparing published human clinical trials with daily requirements and safe upper thresholds.
- Clinical Trial SupportHuman study evidence Well studied
- Daily Need vs Pill DoseNutritional balance Balanced
- Tolerable Upper Limit MarginSafety distance Safe margin
- Absorption with Whole FoodsBioavailability 88/100
Source: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements & U.S. Pharmacopeia.
Hello friends. Taking care of your brain is a wonderful part of your wellness journey. Today we are looking at a new piece of health news.
What's new
One new study published in JAMA Network Open found that a dietary supplement called urolithin A increased blood flow to the brain during mental activity in middle-aged adults with obesity.
What it means for you
This research helps experts understand how supplements might connect to blood vessel function and brain health. Please remember that this is just one study and it does not prove cause and effect. Never start a new supplement without guidance. Always ask your doctor or pharmacist before making any changes.
One small thing to try
- Take a gentle walk outside to clear your mind today.
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