Can a blend of lemon verbena and saffron curb emotional eating?

NCT ID NCT07079046

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a dietary supplement called Satisens®, made from lemon verbena, hibiscus, saffron, and carob extract, can help reduce emotional eating and cravings for sweets in healthy adults who are overweight or obese. Participants take two capsules daily for a set period, and researchers measure changes in eating behavior, appetite, body weight, and related hormones and inflammation markers. The goal is to see if this plant-based approach can support appetite control and weight management.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Satisens® (a dietary supplement containing lemon verbena, hibiscus, saffron, and carob extract)

What this could lead to

If it works, this supplement could offer a natural way to help people manage emotional eating and curb sweet cravings, potentially aiding weight control.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with 84 participants. The supplement may not outperform placebo, and results may not apply to everyone. Dietary supplements are not strictly regulated like drugs.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Body Weight Emotional Eating Inflammation Obesity obesity disorder Overweight

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Universidad Católica de Valencia San Vicente Mártir - Facultad de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud

    Valencia, Valencia, 46001, Spain