Tomato-Soy Juice Proven to Reduce Inflammation in Obese Adults
This tomato-soy juice reduced inflammation in just four weeks
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A clinical study from Ohio State University reveals that a daily intake of tomato-soy juice significantly reduced inflammation markers in adults with obesity within four weeks. The juice, rich in lycopene and soy isoflavones, showed promising results compared to a control tomato juice, indicating its potential as a functional food for managing chronic inflammation.
- 01The study involved 12 healthy adults with obesity who consumed two 6-ounce cans of tomato-soy juice daily for four weeks.
- 02Significant reductions were observed in inflammatory proteins, specifically Interleukin-5, Interleukin-12p70, and granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor.
- 03The tomato-soy juice is fortified with high levels of lycopene and soy isoflavones, which are believed to contribute to its anti-inflammatory effects.
- 04Future research will explore the juice's potential benefits for patients with pancreatitis, a condition with limited treatment options.
- 05The study was published in the journal Molecular Nutrition & Food Research and was supported by multiple health and agricultural organizations.
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A recent study conducted by researchers at Ohio State University has demonstrated that a specially formulated tomato-soy juice can effectively reduce inflammation in adults with obesity. Participants who consumed the juice daily for four weeks experienced significant decreases in several inflammatory markers, including Interleukin-5, Interleukin-12p70, and granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor. This juice, which is rich in lycopene and soy isoflavones, was compared to a control tomato juice that did not yield the same results. The findings suggest that this beverage could be a valuable functional food in managing chronic inflammation, which is linked to various long-term health issues. Researchers are now planning a pilot clinical trial to investigate the juice's effects on individuals with pancreatitis, aiming to enhance patient quality of life. The study's lead author, Jessica Cooperstone, emphasized the importance of food-based interventions in modulating inflammation and the need for rigorous testing to confirm these effects.
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The findings could lead to new dietary recommendations for managing obesity-related inflammation, impacting public health strategies.
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