02.11.13
Wellmune WGP, an immune health ingredient from Biothera, may help stressed women maintain protection against the symptoms of colds, flu and stressors of everyday life, according to a new study published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition. The study found that moderately to highly stressed women experienced fewer upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) symptoms and higher energy levels while taking Wellmune WGP. Seventy-seven healthy women (age 38 ± 12 yrs) pre-screened for moderate levels of psychological stress were given either a placebo or 250 mg of Wellmune WGP daily for 12 weeks. Only 10% of the Wellmune group reported upper respiratory tract infection symptoms (sore throat, stuffy or runny nose, and cough) compared with 29% for the control group (p value ≤ 0.05). In other words, the Wellmune group had a 58% reduction in reported URTI symptoms.
The study used the Profile of Mood States psychological survey to assess changes in mental/physical energy levels (Vigor) and overall well-being (Global Mood State). Vigor improved 41% in women taking Wellmune WGP compared with 7% in the control group (p value <0.05). Similarly, the Global Mood State of women taking Wellmune improved 29% compared with 16% in the placebo group (p value <0.05).
For further information: www.jacn.org/content/31/4/295.abstract?etoc
The study used the Profile of Mood States psychological survey to assess changes in mental/physical energy levels (Vigor) and overall well-being (Global Mood State). Vigor improved 41% in women taking Wellmune WGP compared with 7% in the control group (p value <0.05). Similarly, the Global Mood State of women taking Wellmune improved 29% compared with 16% in the placebo group (p value <0.05).
For further information: www.jacn.org/content/31/4/295.abstract?etoc
