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2021
Shatavari supplementation in postmenopausal women improves handgrip strength and increases Akt phosphorylation in skeletal muscle
O'Leary MF, Jackman SR, Sabou VR, Campbell MI, Tang JCY, Dutton J, Bowtell JL
Published in Experimental Physiology
Key Findings
Six weeks of shatavari increased handgrip strength versus placebo in postmenopausal women, with no change in knee extensor strength.
Conclusions
Possible modest muscle-function benefit after menopause.
Limitations
Very small sample; mixed strength outcomes; short duration.
Supplements Studied
Shatavari
Herb
Six weeks of shatavari increased handgrip strength versus placebo in postmenopausal women, with no change in knee extensor strength.
Outcomes Measured
Six weeks of shatavari increased handgrip strength versus placebo in postmenopausal women.
Related Health Concerns
Study Details
Year:2021
Sample Size:20
Duration:6 weeks
Quality Score:5/10
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