Effects of Coriandrum sativum seeds on memory, anxiety, depression, and sleep quality in students: a randomized controlled study
ISSN: 0034-6659
Article publication date: 16 January 2024
Issue publication date: 21 February 2024
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this study was to explore the potential benefits of Coriandrum sativum (C. sativum) on anxiety, depression, sleep quality and memory among students.
Design/methodology/approach
This randomized controlled trial involved university students aged 18–25 years, who had no known allergies to C. sativum or were using psychotropic medication. After giving informed consent, participants were randomly assigned using a computer-generated random sequence to either 500 mg C. sativum seeds or a placebo. Primary outcomes measured changes in memory (prospective and retrospective memory questionnaire [PRMQ]), anxiety and depression (Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale), while secondary outcomes assessed sleep quality (Pittsburgh sleep quality inventory [PSQI]).
Findings
A sample of 86 students with a mean age of 20.05 ± 1.6 years was selected for the study. Initial assessments ensured no significant differences in demographic or study variables between the control and intervention groups. Statistical analysis revealed significant improvements in memory (PRMQ: p = 0.006), anxiety (Hospital Anxiety Scale: p = 0.04) and depression (Hospital Depression Scale: p = 0.002), as well as in sleep quality (PSQI: p = 0.03) in the group receiving C. sativum compared to the control group.
Originality/value
This research offers initial insights into the potential benefits of C. sativum intake, specifically its role in enhancing memory performance and mitigating anxiety among student populations. The results present a compelling case for further research in this domain to solidify these preliminary conclusions.
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Acknowledgements
The authors would like to thank all the participants in this study. Also, the authors would like to thank by the Deanship of Scientific Research at the Hashemite University, Zarqa, Jordan, for funding this research.
Conflict of interest: The authors declare no conflict of interest.
Data availability: Data will be made available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.
Citation
Alqudah, A., Qnais, E., Sabi, S.H., Bseiso, Y., Gammoh, O. and Wedyan, M. (2024), "Effects of
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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