Can an antioxidant pill protect black individuals from frostbite?
NCT ID NCT06784531
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 17 times
Summary
This study looked at whether a supplement called MitoQ can improve skin blood flow and temperature during cold exposure, and if the effect differs by race. 26 healthy adults participated. The goal was to understand why Black individuals have a higher risk of cold injuries like frostbite, and whether antioxidants can help.
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U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine
Natick, Massachusetts, 01760, United States
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