Authors : Kranti Kamble; Nikita Naterwalla; Kirti Laddha

Volume/Issue : Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 4 - April

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/IJISRT24APR2210

Abstract : Successful randomized observational data provide strong experimental evidence to prove the efficacy of Rekindle for Men. Arelang Naturals Private Limited brings natural ingredients for immunity and to promote the overall well-being of Men’s health. Nutritional supplements from plant-based enriched extracts have been used in the form of a cocoa bars. Rekindle for men is a nutraceutical product comprising Safed musli (Chlorophytum borivillinum), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Ginseng (Panax ginseng), Gokhru (Tribulus terristris), Vidarikand (Pureria tuberosa), Kapikacchu (Mucuna pruriens), Jaiphal (Myristica fragrans), Ginkgo biloba and Saffron (Crocus sativus) which help in elevating mood, energy and primal impulses. The present study will help in knowing the use of a nutritional supplement in cocoa bars chocolate form for men’s health. The data is statistically significant and enough for assessing the effect of nutritional supplements on better health and overall immunity.

Keywords : Nutraceuticals, Nutritional Supplements, Plant- Based Extracts, Arelang Naturals, Men’s Health.

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