Antioxidant supplement may protect against frostbite in black individuals
NCT ID NCT06784531
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 26, 2026 · Updated 19 times
Summary
This study looked at whether an antioxidant supplement called MitoQ can improve skin blood flow and temperature in the cold, especially for Black people who have a higher risk of cold injuries like frostbite. 26 healthy adults took part. Researchers measured skin blood flow and temperature on the arm, hand, and finger during cold exposure. The goal was to see if MitoQ helps reduce blood vessel narrowing caused by oxidant compounds.
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U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine
Natick, Massachusetts, 01760, United States
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