Effects of adaptogens on the central nervous system and the molecular mechanisms of stress-protective activity
Panossian A, Wikman G
Published in Pharmaceuticals
Key Findings
Schisandra, rhodiola and eleuthero improved attention, mental work capacity and fatigue resistance under stress load in controlled human studies.
Conclusions
Adaptogen combinations including schisandra show reproducible anti-fatigue effects under stress.
Limitations
Largely Russian-language source trials with limited modern methodological reporting.
Supplements Studied
Adaptogen preparations containing schisandra improved attention and mental work capacity under stress load.
Schisandra, rhodiola and eleuthero improved attention, mental work capacity and fatigue resistance under stress load in controlled human studies.
Outcomes Measured
Adaptogen preparations containing schisandra improved attention and mental work capacity under stress load.
Study Details
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