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Clinical trials sponsored by Tufts University, explained in plain language.
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Natural compound shows promise for shedding body fat
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a natural plant product called EMIQ can help overweight and obese adults lose body fat safely. Sixty-five participants took either EMIQ or a placebo for a period of time, and researchers measured changes in body fat using special scans and skinfold measu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tufts University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Shocking stress away: brain zaps may calm soldiers
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether 20 sessions of cranial electrotherapy stimulation (CES) could lower stress in 76 soldiers. Participants did a stressful decision-making task before and after the sessions, while researchers measured heart rate, anxiety, and stress hormones. The goal w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tufts University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 08:34 UTC
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Arnica vs. sugar pill: does homeopathy help after tooth extraction?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a homeopathic remedy called Arnica montana (SinEcch™) can reduce swelling and pain after wisdom tooth surgery. 53 adults having at least two impacted wisdom teeth removed received either Arnica or a sugar pill placebo. Researchers measured facial swellin…
Sponsor: Tufts University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Dairy showdown: does fat or fermentation matter for your heart?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study compared the effects of full-fat and fat-free milk and yogurt on gut bacteria and heart disease risk. Researchers enrolled 37 adults over age 50 who were overweight but otherwise healthy. Participants consumed different dairy products, and the team measured changes in …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tufts University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 08:40 UTC
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Can teaching families about milk improve diets in rural nepal?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether teaching families about nutrition could increase how much milk and other animal-source foods young children, teenage girls, and women of childbearing age eat in rural Nepal. Over 1,800 people from villages took part. The program included training sess…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tufts University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 08:35 UTC