Evidence supporting the use of: Blueberry (unspecified)
For the health condition: Colitis

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Blueberries (Vaccinium spp.) have been investigated for their potential benefits in managing colitis, particularly due to their high content of polyphenols, especially anthocyanins. Several preclinical studies in animal models have demonstrated that blueberry supplementation can attenuate symptoms of colitis, including reducing inflammation, modulating gut microbiota, and improving mucosal barrier function. The mechanisms are thought to involve antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, as well as influences on gut microbial composition. For example, research published in journals such as Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry and Frontiers in Immunology has shown that blueberry extracts and whole berries can decrease pro-inflammatory cytokines and oxidative stress markers in rodent models of ulcerative colitis and other inflammatory bowel diseases.

However, human clinical trials are limited. A few small pilot studies and clinical reports suggest possible benefit, but the evidence is not yet robust or conclusive. There is insufficient large-scale, high-quality human data to confirm efficacy and establish clinical recommendations. Thus, while there is a scientific rationale, and promising preclinical findings, the strength of evidence remains modest (rated 2/5), pending more rigorous research in human populations.

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bacillus subtilis
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beta caryophyllene
bifidobacterium bifidum
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curcumin
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flavonols
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green tea
hemp oil
immunoglobin G
inulin
isomalto-oligosaccharide
l-glutamine
lactobacillus acidophilus
lactobacillus brevis
lactobacillus bulgaricus
lactobacillus casei
lactobacillus fermentum
lactobacillus gasseri
lactobacillus lactis
lactobacillus paracasei
lactiplantibacillus plantarum
lactobacillus reuteri
lactobacillus rhamnosus
lactobacillus salivarius
lactococcus lactis
lactoferrin
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specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs)
spirulina
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tributyrin
triphala
zinc
xanthium (cockleburs)
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swertia
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anemarrhena asphodeloides
algae
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Amor seco
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