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Effects of cigarette smoking on semen quality, reproductive hormone levels, metabolic profile, zinc and sperm DNA fragmentation in men: results from a population-based study.

Frontiers in endocrinology2023n = 1,222 (450 smokers, 772 non-smokers)

Cross SectionalHuman

This study set out to examine how cigarette smoking affects semen quality, hormone levels, metabolic health, zinc levels, and sperm DNA damage in young Russian men. It compared 450 smokers…

Exploring the efficacy and safety of a novel standardized ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) root extract (Witholytin®) in adults experiencing high stress and fatigue in a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.

Journal of psychopharmacology (Oxford, England)2023

RCTHuman

This study set out to test whether ashwagandha, a traditional herb, could reduce stress and fatigue in overweight or mildly obese adults aged 40-75 who reported high stress and fatigue.…