Herbal tablets tested for stress relief and brain boost
NCT ID NCT05757050
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether ReFocus tablets, containing herbs Scutellaria baicalensis and Crataegus, can improve stress, memory, attention, sleep, and wellbeing. Thirty-six healthy adults who felt stressed took the supplement or a placebo for 14 days in a crossover design. Researchers measured changes in cognitive performance and mood using computer tests and questionnaires.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- ReFocus tablets (Scutellaria baicalensis and Crataegus)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a natural supplement to help manage everyday stress and improve mental focus.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial in healthy volunteers, not patients. Results may not apply to people with clinical stress or anxiety, and the supplement may show no benefit over placebo.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE1 8ST, United Kingdom
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