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February 2019 PMID 30816148

Differential effects of a combination of Hibiscus sabdariffa and Lippia citriodora polyphenols in overweight/obese subjects: A randomized controlled trial.

María Herranz-López, Mariló Olivares-Vicente, Marina Boix-Castejón, Nuria Caturla, Enrique Roche, Vicente Micol

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across 3 sources since Feb 2019

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a strong interest in the potential health benefits of the supplement, with comments like 'promising results' and mentions of how the study advances understanding of natural interventions for obesity. The tone balances curiosity with recognition of the study's scientific significance, exemplified through references to cellular effects and the study's rigorous design.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the study's positive findings, highlighting its relevance and potential benefits for obesity management.

InterestHigh interest

The topic of polyphenols and their effects on overweight/obese individuals sparks high curiosity among the participants.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts discuss both the methodology and implications, with some referencing cellular mechanisms and clinical relevance, showing moderate depth of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the research could influence future treatments and health interventions, though it's seen as preliminary by some.

Abstract in brief

  • The study examined the effects of a supplement combining polyphenols from Hibiscus sabdariffa and Lippia citriodora on overweight and obese individuals, finding that it helped reduce body weight, abdominal circumference, body fat, heart rate, and blood pressure, especially in overweight subjects.
  • The research involved 56 participants over two months, using a double-blind, placebo-controlled design, and showed that the supplement improved metabolic markers more significantly in overweight individuals compared to obese ones.
  • At the cellular level, the supplement decreased lipid content and increased AMPK activity in fat cells, suggesting it helps regulate fat metabolism, which could be useful for addressing obesity-related health issues in future studies.
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Dataemia
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Differential effects of a combination of Hibiscus sabdariffa and Lippia citriodora polyphenols in overweight/obese subjects: A randomized controlled trial - https://t.co/TuFrEHzxLe https://t.co/xVcDnLprlR

Feb 28, 2019 · 961 followers View post →
Instituto de Bioingeniería
@IB_UMH · X

The @IB_UMH member Prof. Enrique Roche participates, with other @UniversidadMH members, in a study published in @SciReports: "Differential effects of a combination of Hibiscus sabdariffa and Lippia citriodora polyphenols in…" https://t.co/Y7Z0s9fK1S #PapersIB_UMH

Mar 9, 2019 · 953 followers View post →

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Instituto de Bioingeniería
@IB_UMH · X

The @IB_UMH member Prof. Enrique Roche participates, with other @UniversidadMH members, in a study published in @SciReports: "Differential effects of a combination of Hibiscus sabdariffa and Lippia citriodora polyphenols in…" https://t.co/Y7Z0s9fK1S #PapersIB_UMH

Mar 9, 2019 · 953 followers View post →
Dataemia
@Dataemia · X

Differential effects of a combination of Hibiscus sabdariffa and Lippia citriodora polyphenols in overweight/obese subjects: A randomized controlled trial - https://t.co/TuFrEHzxLe https://t.co/xVcDnLprlR

Feb 28, 2019 · 961 followers View post →