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Br J Nutr September 2022 PMID 34743773

Betaine supplementation fails to improve body composition: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Damoon Ashtary-Larky, Reza Bagheri, Grant M Tinsley, Omid Asbaghi, Sara Salehpour, Sara Kashkooli, Wesam Kooti, Alexei Wong

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Peak: 6 in Oct 2021
across 3 sources since Oct 2021

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What people are saying

The social discussions primarily summarize the study’s key findings, such as the failure of betaine to significantly improve measures like body mass and BMI, using straightforward language and sharing links. The tone remains neutral and factual, which supports the moderate agreement and engagement scores, emphasizing information dissemination over critical analysis.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts restate the article's conclusion that betaine does not significantly affect body composition, showing general agreement.

InterestModerate interest

Discussions highlight some curiosity, but mainly focus on report sharing rather than deep analysis, indicating moderate interest.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts mostly echo the main message or share links without extensive critical discussion or questioning, reflecting a moderate level of engagement.

ImpactNeutral impact

The social discussions serve more to inform rather than spark widespread controversy or deep debate, implying limited immediate impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The systematic review and meta-analysis found that betaine supplementation does not significantly improve body composition measures such as body mass, BMI, body fat percentage, fat mass, or fat-free mass.
  • Subgroup analyses based on factors like age, sex, BMI, trial duration, and health status also showed no significant effects of betaine on these outcomes.
  • The only small change observed was a negligible increase in protein intake, with no other dietary or body composition benefits identified from betaine supplementation.]
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Dr. Myohead
@DrMyohead · X

Betaine supplementation fails to improve body composition: a systematic review and meta-analysis from @Ray_Bagheri & @GrantTinsleyPhD Betaine supplementation failed to sig affect BM, BMI, BF%, FM, & FFM https://t.co/HE8oowc3mP https://t.co/4tiN7x92F8

Oct 14, 2021 · 19 likes · 4 shares · 2,681 followers View post →
Jeffrey R. Stout
@ExphysPhD · X

Betaine supplementation fails to improve body composition: a systematic review and meta-analysis. https://t.co/pE9WGYIweU

Nov 10, 2021 · 6 likes · 1 share · 3,512 followers View post →
Reza Bagheri
@Ray_Bagheri · X

@GDLeahy @mackinprof Then see our recent study

Jun 13, 2022 · 5 likes · 229 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

Betaine supplementation fails to improve body composition: a systematic review and meta-analysis (open access) https://t.co/Rtxu7xszmH #weightloss #nutrition #diet #supplements #supplement

Oct 16, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 19,554 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

Betaine supplementation fails to improve body composition: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/Rtxu7xszmH #supplements #supplement #weightloss

Nov 10, 2021 · 1 like · 19,554 followers View post →
Paperbirds_Oncology
@PaperbirdsO · X

New article: Betaine supplementation fails to improve body composition: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/nOFVzUEVer #lungcancer #oncology https://t.co/DKMLPzWJ1e

Nov 8, 2021 · 888 followers View post →

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Reza Bagheri
@Ray_Bagheri · X

@GDLeahy @mackinprof Then see our recent study

Jun 13, 2022 · 5 likes · 229 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

Betaine supplementation fails to improve body composition: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/Rtxu7xszmH #supplements #supplement #weightloss

Nov 10, 2021 · 1 like · 19,554 followers View post →
Claudio Chinaglia
@claudiochinagli · X

RT @ExphysPhD: Betaine supplementation fails to improve body composition: a systematic review and meta-analysis. https://t.co/pE9WGYIweU

Nov 10, 2021 · 1 share · 119 followers View post →
Jeffrey R. Stout
@ExphysPhD · X

Betaine supplementation fails to improve body composition: a systematic review and meta-analysis. https://t.co/pE9WGYIweU

Nov 10, 2021 · 6 likes · 1 share · 3,512 followers View post →
Nutr Reviews
@NutrReview · X

Betaine supplementation fails to improve body composition: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/SRncLZ5Asi

Nov 8, 2021 · 223 followers View post →
Paperbirds_Oncology
@PaperbirdsO · X

New article: Betaine supplementation fails to improve body composition: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/nOFVzUEVer #lungcancer #oncology https://t.co/DKMLPzWJ1e

Nov 8, 2021 · 888 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

Betaine supplementation fails to improve body composition: a systematic review and meta-analysis (open access) https://t.co/Rtxu7xszmH #weightloss #nutrition #diet #supplements #supplement

Oct 16, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 19,554 followers View post →
Gavin Connolly, PhD
@GavinConnolly1o · X

RT @DrMyohead: Betaine supplementation fails to improve body composition: a systematic review and meta-analysis from @Ray_Bagheri & @Grant…

Oct 15, 2021 · 4 shares · 361 followers View post →
NaO
@spikeoutOXY · X

RT @DrMyohead: Betaine supplementation fails to improve body composition: a systematic review and meta-analysis from @Ray_Bagheri & @Grant…

Oct 14, 2021 · 4 shares · 154 followers View post →
Joaquín San José
@jsanjosea · X

RT @DrMyohead: Betaine supplementation fails to improve body composition: a systematic review and meta-analysis from @Ray_Bagheri & @Grant…

Oct 14, 2021 · 4 shares · 408 followers View post →
Matthew Stratton PhD
@MTSstrength89 · X

RT @DrMyohead: Betaine supplementation fails to improve body composition: a systematic review and meta-analysis from @Ray_Bagheri & @Grant…

Oct 14, 2021 · 4 shares · 164 followers View post →
Dr. Myohead
@DrMyohead · X

Betaine supplementation fails to improve body composition: a systematic review and meta-analysis from @Ray_Bagheri & @GrantTinsleyPhD Betaine supplementation failed to sig affect BM, BMI, BF%, FM, & FFM https://t.co/HE8oowc3mP https://t.co/4tiN7x92F8

Oct 14, 2021 · 19 likes · 4 shares · 2,681 followers View post →
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