American skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora): a randomised, double-blind placebo-controlled crossover study of its effects on mood in healthy volunteers
Brock C, Whitehouse J, Tewfik I, Towell T
Published in Phytotherapy Research
Methodology
Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial of freeze-dried S. lateriflora 350 mg three times daily for 2 weeks in healthy adults.
Key Findings
Skullcap significantly enhanced global mood ratings without reductions in energy or cognition versus placebo.
Conclusions
American skullcap improved mood in healthy volunteers and was well tolerated.
Limitations
Healthy volunteers rather than patients with anxiety disorder; short duration; small sample.
Supplements Studied
American skullcap improved mood in healthy volunteers and was well tolerated.
Outcomes Measured
Skullcap significantly enhanced global mood ratings without reductions in energy or cognition versus placebo.
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