Lingonberry (Vaccinium vitis-idae…Vivo Human Studies.
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Lingonberry (Vaccinium vitis-idaea L.) Fruit Phenolic Bioactivities-A Review of In Vitro and In Vivo Human Studies.
Pirjo Pärnänen, Sari Niikko, Hanna Lähteenmäki, Ismo T Räisänen, Taina Tervahartiala, Timo Sorsa + 1 more
Microorganisms · 2024
Findings
Lingonberry is packed with phenolic compounds (natural plant chemicals) that showed antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties in lab and some human studies. When fermented, lingonberries appear to support healthier skin microbiome by encouraging good bacteria growth. However, the researchers are honest: most evidence is from lab work, and we need way more actual human studies before we can make real claims about skin benefits.
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Microorganisms