The effects of Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis) dietary supplement as an adjunct therapy for children aged 7-14 years old with asthma: A randomized – double blind placebo controlled clinical trial

Rationale This study amied to determine the effects of Spirulina supplementation on asthma control and lung function among children aged 7-14 years old. Asthma Control Test (ACT) and Composite Asthma Severity Index (CASI) were used for patient report-based measures.

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Published in:Journal of allergy and clinical immunology 2018-02, Vol.141 (2), p.AB208-AB208
Main Authors: Manzon-Reyes, Lou Ver Leigh A., Andaya, Agnes G.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Arthrospira platensis
Asthma
Children
Clinical trials
Dietary supplements
Double-blind studies
Respiratory function
Spirulina
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Summary:Rationale This study amied to determine the effects of Spirulina supplementation on asthma control and lung function among children aged 7-14 years old. Asthma Control Test (ACT) and Composite Asthma Severity Index (CASI) were used for patient report-based measures.
ISSN:0091-6749
1097-6825
DOI:10.1016/j.jaci.2017.12.659