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    2013

    Effects of L-ornithine ingestion on salivary cortisol and feelings of fatigue

    Kokubo T, Ikeshima E, Kirisako T

    Published in Journal of Functional Foods

    Key Findings

    A single L-ornithine dose lowered salivary cortisol and self-reported fatigue after an alcohol challenge.

    Conclusions

    Small acute effects on stress markers.

    Limitations

    Very small, acute crossover design.

    Supplements Studied

    L-Ornithine
    Amino Acid

    A single dose of L-ornithine lowered salivary cortisol and self-reported fatigue.

    Related Health Concerns

    Chronic Fatigue

    Study Details

    Year:2013
    Sample Size:10
    Duration:1 weeks
    Quality Score:4/10

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