MOOD

This study looked at whether taking daily vitamin D or fish oil supplements could prevent depression in over 18,000 healthy adults. Participants had no major depression history and took supplements or placebos for about 5 years. The results showed that neither vitamin D nor fish …

This study compared two types of caffeine—extended-release and immediate-release—in 36 healthy adults after they slept less than 5 hours. Researchers measured mood, alertness, and side effects like jitters and anxiety over 7 hours. The goal was to see if the extended-release vers…

This study tested whether a new pre-workout supplement helps healthy adults exercise longer, feel stronger, and have more energy. Twenty-seven participants took either the supplement or a placebo before cycling and bench press tests. Researchers measured endurance, strength, perc…

This study tested whether a daily drink made from whey protein and dairy phospholipids could help healthy adults aged 25-49 feel less stressed and recover faster from stress. 150 participants took either the active drink or a placebo for 12 weeks. Researchers measured anxiety, he…

This pilot study tested whether combining fun video game exercises (exergaming) with resistance training could help reduce frailty in 30 nursing home residents. Participants did the combined program for several weeks, and researchers measured changes in muscle mass, strength, mob…

This study looked at whether the Tony Robbins Rapid Planning Method (RPM) helps adults feel more productive, motivated, and less anxious. About 140 people took part: one group used the RPM program, while the other group did regular journaling. Researchers measured changes in mood…

This study tested a magnesium supplement in 60 adults with low energy and mood issues. Participants took the supplement daily for 14 days and reported their energy, mood, and stress levels through questionnaires. The goal was to see if the supplement could help improve these symp…

This study looked at whether a supplement called Virtiva Plus (with ginkgo biloba) can help reduce stress and improve thinking in adults aged 50 to 70 who feel stressed. Sixty participants took either a low or high dose daily for 5 weeks. Researchers measured anxiety, mood, memor…

This study looked at whether spending time in nature improves mood and thinking for people with and without Parkinson's disease. About 97 adults aged 40 and older completed online surveys about their connection to nature, mood, sleep, and quality of life. The goal was to understa…

This study looked at how walking in different forest environments changes heart rate, blood pressure, and mood compared to walking indoors on a treadmill. Sixteen healthy adults took part, each completing walks in three forest settings and one indoor control. Researchers measured…

This study looked at how children's use of smartphones and tablets, including social media and games, relates to their mood, sleep, stress, and physical activity. Over 900 children aged 8 to 17 and their parents took part by using the Aura app and completing surveys for 3 months.…

This study tested a social robot that plays trivia and gives reminders to people with Alzheimer's or other dementias living in assisted care. The goal was to see if the robot helps improve engagement, mood, and quality of life. 26 residents, family members, and staff took part. T…

This study looked at whether taking a dietary supplement for 60 days could improve thinking and mood in 75 university students aged 18 and older. Participants were split into three groups: two received different supplements, and one got a placebo (dummy pill). Researchers checked…

This study looked at whether a supplement made from herbs and amino acids, called Brain Edge, can improve thinking and mood in healthy adults. Fifty people took part in a double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial, meaning neither they nor the researchers knew who got the r…

This study followed over 1,000 medical interns to see if a smartphone app could help improve their mood, sleep, and physical activity. Participants reported their daily mood and wore fitness trackers to record steps and sleep. The goal was to gather information, not to test a tre…