Evaluating anti-fatigue and sedative effects of low-sugar Kien Luc Hong Ma beverage on experiment

Mai Phuong Thanh, Nguyen Thị Thanh Loan, Pham Chi Phuong, Nguyen Bach Quang, Le Viet Hung, Tran Thanh Tung

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This study aimed to assess the sedative properties and anti-fatigue benefits of Kien Luc Hong Ma beverage with low sugar concentration in animal models. Swiss mice were orally administered 40 and 80 mL/kg of Kien Luc Hong Ma daily for 10 consecutive days. Regarding anti-fatigue benefits, test beverage supplementation improved exercise performance in both the rotarod and grip strength tests, as well as prolonged swimming time in the weight-loaded forced swimming assay, as compared to the control group. Furthermore, the Kien Luc Hong Ma administration had no significant effect on spontaneous activity as measured by the Activity Cage. As a result, Kien Luc Hong Ma beverage could be a potential nutraceutical for improving exercise performance and relieving physical weariness without impairing awareness.

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