Biopsychosoc Med December 2022 PMID 36510244

Clinical effects of wasabi extract containing 6-MSITC on myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome: an open-label trial.

Takakazu Oka, Yu Yamada, Battuvshin Lkhagvasuren, Mutsuhiro Nakao, Ryota Nakajima, Masanobu Kanou, Ryuji Hiramatsu, Yo-Ichi Nabeshima

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Peak: 14 in Jan 2023
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What people are saying

The overall tone reflects cautious optimism, with posts citing improvements in pain and brain fog and referencing potential for therapeutics, exemplified by phrases like 'promising' and 'potential benefits.' However, terms like 'small study' and calls for more research highlight ongoing uncertainties and the preliminary nature of these findings.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge that wasabi extract shows some potential benefits for ME/CFS symptoms, especially pain and cognitive issues, though there is a recognition that the study is small and preliminary.

InterestModerate interest

Participants display moderate interest, mentioning specific effects like performance improvements and promising therapeutic possibilities, but noting the need for further research.

EngagementModerate engagement

The posts engage with scientific aspects such as neurocognitive effects and anti-inflammatory properties, reflecting a reasonable level of thoughtful analysis.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest the findings could influence future treatments, indicating a moderate potential for impact, albeit with caution due to study limitations.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigated the effects of wasabi extract containing 6MSITC on patients with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) and found significant improvements in performance status, headache frequency, myalgia, brain fog, and mood, suggesting potential benefits.
  • Key measures such as subjective fatigue scales did not show significant changes, indicating that while some symptoms improved, overall fatigue levels remained similar.
  • The results also indicated reduced pain sensitivity and improved cognitive function after treatment, though some aspects like orthostatic patterns did not change notably.]

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Merisa Cenanovic
@MerisaCenanovic · X

Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant effects of wasabi extract, and their potential in treatment of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome. Interesting read, although the size of treated group of patients should be increased. #INPST @_INPST https://t.co/3qstH0AIer

Jan 6, 2023 · 33 likes · 12 shares · 971 followers View post →
心療内科夜想曲
@cKvWsvTnZAoU8Yr · X

わさびの成分である6-MSITCのME/CFSへの効果。 岡先生の報告。コントロール群はなし。 抗酸化作用、抗炎症作用 昨年10月には、東北大学から高齢者を対象にしたRCTがNutrientsに出ている https://t.co/FDjE9qy9L6

Feb 1, 2024 · 6 likes · 399 followers View post →
UltimApe
@ultimape · X

@Grimhood My mom likes the wasabi too :3 "Although 6-MSITC did not have significant effects on fatigue and sleep, it did improve subjective symptoms of pain, neurocognitive symptoms, and energy levels in these patients." [DEC 2022] https://t.co/lshFDJh8Yj https://t.co/nFTCx8ssr8 https://t.co/nQOhcJDwUq

Nov 4, 2024 · 1 like · 6,795 followers View post →
たこす。
@tcs07023041457 · X

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Feb 18, 2023 · 1 like · 2,090 followers View post →
Atanas G. Atanasov
@_atanas_ · X

RT @MerisaCenanovic: Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant effects of wasabi extract, and their potential in treatment of myalgic encephalomyelit…

Jan 6, 2023 · 12 shares · 124,907 followers View post →
TheHealthyRD
@HeidiHmoretti · X

RT @MerisaCenanovic: Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant effects of wasabi extract, and their potential in treatment of myalgic encephalomyelit…

Jan 6, 2023 · 12 shares · 75,013 followers View post →

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UltimApe
@ultimape · X

@Grimhood My mom likes the wasabi too :3 "Although 6-MSITC did not have significant effects on fatigue and sleep, it did improve subjective symptoms of pain, neurocognitive symptoms, and energy levels in these patients." [DEC 2022] https://t.co/lshFDJh8Yj https://t.co/nFTCx8ssr8 https://t.co/nQOhcJDwUq

Nov 4, 2024 · 1 like · 6,795 followers View post →
心療内科夜想曲
@cKvWsvTnZAoU8Yr · X

わさびの成分である6-MSITCのME/CFSへの効果。 岡先生の報告。コントロール群はなし。 抗酸化作用、抗炎症作用 昨年10月には、東北大学から高齢者を対象にしたRCTがNutrientsに出ている https://t.co/FDjE9qy9L6

Feb 1, 2024 · 6 likes · 399 followers View post →
tune
@keisuke4713 · X

筋痛性脳脊髄炎/慢性疲労症候群 6-MSITC含有わさび抽出物効果https://t.co/SZv0rUeBxA performance status、頭痛頻度、筋肉痛を含む自覚症状、brain fog score改善、適切な言葉を見つけるのが困難、羞明、気分状態Profile活力score :大幅改善 痛み感受性⬇️?認知機能改善 認知機能障害改善の有望治療?

Dec 29, 2023 · 3,745 followers View post →
Larry William Dack
@william_dack · X

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Dec 5, 2023 · 1,567 followers View post →
Evan J
@JewersEvan · X

promising therapeutic option especially for improving cognitive dysfunction associated with ME/CFS.” https://t.co/B1X8Mp2bLb

Jul 16, 2023 · 159 followers View post →
IrishWasabi
@IrishWasabi · X

Clinical effects of wasabi extract containing 6-MSITC on myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome: an open-label trial | BioPsychoSocial Medicine | Full Text https://t.co/hzzA986lpq

May 19, 2023 · 421 followers View post →
たこす。
@tcs07023041457 · X

https://t.co/qnAWzzBBrD

Feb 18, 2023 · 1 like · 2,090 followers View post →
Jean Fletcher
@JeanFle50795140 · X

RT @MerisaCenanovic: Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant effects of wasabi extract, and their potential in treatment of myalgic encephalomyelit…

Jan 10, 2023 · 12 shares · 961 followers View post →
WAMES
@WAMESMECFS · X

Researchers say that wasabi improves performance pain and cognitive dysfunction in people with ME/CFS. Unfortunately this was a small study with no control group and used the Chalder fatigue scale, so more work is needed to prove their findings! https://t.co/j91t9sQd5X

Jan 10, 2023 · 800 followers View post →
h2o
@OIuBLX04vUMdHOe · X

RT @MerisaCenanovic: Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant effects of wasabi extract, and their potential in treatment of myalgic encephalomyelit…

Jan 6, 2023 · 12 shares · 90 followers View post →
Dr. Suzana Mantovani
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RT @MerisaCenanovic: Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant effects of wasabi extract, and their potential in treatment of myalgic encephalomyelit…

Jan 6, 2023 · 12 shares · 4,558 followers View post →
45Mimi24
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RT @MerisaCenanovic: Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant effects of wasabi extract, and their potential in treatment of myalgic encephalomyelit…

Jan 6, 2023 · 12 shares · 16,487 followers View post →
Mountain life
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RT @MerisaCenanovic: Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant effects of wasabi extract, and their potential in treatment of myalgic encephalomyelit…

Jan 6, 2023 · 12 shares · 923 followers View post →
annelish health
@AnnelishH · X

RT @MerisaCenanovic: Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant effects of wasabi extract, and their potential in treatment of myalgic encephalomyelit…

Jan 6, 2023 · 12 shares · 148 followers View post →
Pedro Carlos Carneiro
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Atanas G. Atanasov
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RT @MerisaCenanovic: Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant effects of wasabi extract, and their potential in treatment of myalgic encephalomyelit…

Jan 6, 2023 · 12 shares · 124,907 followers View post →
TheHealthyRD
@HeidiHmoretti · X

RT @MerisaCenanovic: Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant effects of wasabi extract, and their potential in treatment of myalgic encephalomyelit…

Jan 6, 2023 · 12 shares · 75,013 followers View post →
Science Communication
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RT @MerisaCenanovic: Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant effects of wasabi extract, and their potential in treatment of myalgic encephalomyelit…

Jan 6, 2023 · 12 shares · 2,903 followers View post →
International Natural Product Sciences Taskforce
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RT @MerisaCenanovic: Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant effects of wasabi extract, and their potential in treatment of myalgic encephalomyelit…

Jan 6, 2023 · 12 shares · 10,290 followers View post →
Merisa Cenanovic
@MerisaCenanovic · X

Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant effects of wasabi extract, and their potential in treatment of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome. Interesting read, although the size of treated group of patients should be increased. #INPST @_INPST https://t.co/3qstH0AIer

Jan 6, 2023 · 33 likes · 12 shares · 971 followers View post →
荒井弘和
@hirokazuarai · X

わさびエキス https://t.co/gMI6BIZqHf

Jan 1, 2023 · 803 followers View post →
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