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Controlled programmed trial of Ocimum sanctum leaf on generalized anxiety disorders

What it found

Holy basil significantly reduced generalized anxiety and associated stress and depression over 60 days; a small, non-randomized (pre/post controlled) trial.

Design
Study
Year
2008
Sample size
35
Population
adults with generalized anxiety disorder
Intervention
Ocimum sanctum 500 mg twice daily for 60 days
Outcome
anxiety, stress, and depression scores
Journal
Nepal Medical College Journal

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