The small number of subjects in this study is a caveat, and analysis of a larger number of subjects in the context of a clinical trial would be required to confirm these results and assess efficacy of the compounds
An Ipsos 2023 study among a random sample of 160 functional medicine practitioners including Doctor's of Osteopathic Medicine, Pharmacists, Acupuncturists, Athletic Trainers, Personal Trainers, Fitness Trainer/Coaches, Chiropractors, Integrative Medicine Specialists, Naturopathic Doctor, Homeopaths, Medical Doctors, Physical Therapists, Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistants, Registered Nurses, Nutritionists, Massage Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Dieticians that are aware of Designs for Health and recommend supplements to their patients
However, this doesnt necessarily translate to an oral supplement being effective against stomach ulcers in humans ( Test-tube studies like these typically involve highly concentrated extracts being applied directly to bacterial cells, which isnt how oral chanca piedra supplements would work
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Each tab walks through how the route is typically structured in research protocols