University Of Reading

This study looked at whether taking high doses of vitamin B6 can change how healthy adults feel pain. Researchers tested 43 people using heat and mild electric shocks to measure pain thresholds and tolerance. The goal was to see if vitamin B6 could help people withstand pain long…

This study looked at whether drinking specialty coffee (rich in a natural compound called chlorogenic acid) could improve memory and thinking in people with type 2 diabetes. Forty adults who already drink coffee took memory and speed tests after drinking either specialty or regul…

This study tested whether eating prebiotic-fortified bakery products (like bread) for several weeks could improve memory, mood, and reduce inflammation in healthy adults aged 60-75 who had mild memory complaints. 55 participants were randomly assigned to eat either the prebiotic …

This pilot study tested whether taking ETAS® daily for 12 weeks could improve thinking, mood, and inflammation in healthy adults aged 60 to 80 who had mild memory complaints. Researchers compared the supplement to a placebo in 45 participants. The goal was to see if ETAS® might h…

This study looked at whether serving softer, easier-to-chew foods could help older adults in care homes eat more and eat faster. About 1 in 10 older adults in the UK are malnourished, and care home residents are especially at risk. The researchers compared days when meals were ma…

This study looked at whether being active outdoors helps thinking, mood, and stress more than exercising indoors. 69 adults were placed into groups: walking outside, sitting outside, walking on a treadmill indoors, or no activity. Researchers measured attention, memory, stress ho…