Evaluating the clinical efficacy of a polyherbal formulation Arogh plus on stress - a randomised clinical study

Evaluating the clinical efficacy of a polyherbal formulation Arogh plus on stress - a randomised clinical study

Автор: Anoop Austin, Elsie C.S., Thirugnanasambantham P.

Журнал: Журнал стресс-физиологии и биохимии @jspb

Статья в выпуске: 1 т.7, 2011 года.

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Background : Stress is a common entity, widely spoken about among the working population, for which a safe and effective remedy is needed. Purpose of the study : To evaluate the clinical effectiveness of Arogh plus a polyherbal formulation, towards stress relieving properties in a randomized clinical trial in volunteers. Results : The clinical benefit of stress was reinforced by way of significant reduction in serum cortisol, increase in total count and reduction of symptoms pertaining to stress in a randomized clinical trial in volunteers carried out at Rohini Holistic Health centre. Conclusion :Arogh plus is an effective formulation in relieving stress and improving the quality of life.

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Arogh plus, polyherbal, stress, cortisol, anxiety

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