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    2003

    An investigation into the efficacy of Scutellaria lateriflora in healthy volunteers

    Wolfson P, Hoffmann DL

    Published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine

    Methodology

    Double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of skullcap at three doses in healthy volunteers, measured with an anxiety symptom inventory.

    Key Findings

    Skullcap produced significant reductions in anxiety symptom scores compared with placebo.

    Conclusions

    Preliminary evidence supports an anxiolytic effect of S. lateriflora.

    Limitations

    Very small sample, healthy participants, no long-term follow-up.

    Supplements Studied

    Preliminary evidence supports an anxiolytic effect of S. lateriflora.

    Outcomes Measured

    Stress & Anxiety Reduction
    Primary

    Skullcap produced significant reductions in anxiety symptom scores compared with placebo.

    Related Health Concerns

    Anxiety

    Study Details

    Year:2003
    Sample Size:19
    Duration:1 weeks
    Quality Score:4/10

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