Evidence supporting the use of: Blend (Amino Acid/Protein)
For the health condition: Chemotherapy (reducing side effects)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Blend (Amino Acid/Protein) supplementation has a moderate level of scientific evidence supporting its use to reduce some side effects associated with chemotherapy. Chemotherapy often leads to side effects such as muscle wasting (cachexia), mucositis, and impaired immune function, partly due to the increased metabolic demands and decreased nutritional intake. Several clinical studies and reviews have shown that supplementation with specific amino acids (such as glutamine, arginine, and branched-chain amino acids) or protein blends can help mitigate some of these effects. For example, oral glutamine has been found to reduce the severity of chemotherapy-induced mucositis and neuropathy in certain settings. Protein supplementation in general may help maintain lean body mass and improve overall protein status in patients undergoing chemotherapy, potentially improving quality of life and treatment tolerance. However, the evidence is not uniform across all amino acids or all chemotherapy regimens, and not all patients benefit equally. Major oncology and nutrition guidelines recognize the importance of adequate protein intake during cancer treatment but stop short of recommending specific amino acid blends for all patients, emphasizing individualized assessment. Overall, while there is moderate scientific support for the use of amino acid/protein blends in managing chemotherapy side effects, more high-quality, large-scale studies are needed to clarify optimal formulations and patient selection.

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anthocyanins
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green tea
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l-alanyl-l-glutamine
l-carnosine
l-cysteine
l-glutamine
l-glutathione
l-glycine
l-taurine
lactobacillus acidophilus
lactobacillus brevis
lactobacillus bulgaricus
lactobacillus lactis
lactoferrin
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licorice root
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luteolin
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melatonin
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phytocannabinoids
pomegranate
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quercetin
reishi mushroom
resveratrol
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selenium
shiitake mushroom
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