198 A randomized placebo-controlled trial in 50 patients on hemodialysis found that supplementing with a probiotic formulation containing Lactobacillus sporogenes and fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) (ie, fermentable prebiotic fibers) for eight weeks led to increased hematocrit, hemoglobin, and red blood cell counts, as well as improved markers of iron status
It's difficult to be productive and happy if you're sick or run down all the time
[2] Finasteride is not banned
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Maintaining adequate levels can support cognitive functions such as memory and focus
No completed randomized controlled human trials exist for any indication as of 2026