U.S., Oct. 21 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07883031) titled 'Effects of Yerba Mate Supplementation on Metabolic Health, Physical Function, and Cognition in Older Adults With Excess Adiposity' on Oct. 08.
Brief Summary: The purpose of this study was to find out whether taking yerba mate, a plant-based supplement, could improve health in adults aged 60 years or older with excess body fat. Researchers examined how the body uses fat during walking, blood cholesterol levels, body composition, strength, mobility, thinking skills, and well-being. They also explored changes in inflammation, gene activity, and gut bacteria.
Participants took yerba mate capsules for six weeks and placebo capsules for ...