This study evaluates the effects of Cowboy Colostrum bovine colostrum powder on gut health, body composition, hair growth, and skin appearance in generally healthy adults aged 21-47 with concerns in these areas. The trial is a single-arm, unblinded, virtual study conducted over 12 weeks in 35 participants who will use the test product daily. Participants will complete questionnaires and provide weight and waist circumference measurements at Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12. The primary focus is on changes in weight and waist circumference, while secondary outcomes include participants' perceptions of gastrointestinal health, physical activity, hair growth, skin appearance, and overall health and well-being.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
35
All participants take two scoops of Cowboy Colostrum bovine colostrum powder daily (3.4 g serving containing 3 g bovine colostrum, organic Madagascar vanilla powder, monkfruit extract, and sea salt), either directly in the mouth or frothed into cold or warm liquids such as water, iced coffee, iced matcha, smoothies, yogurt, or oatmeal at any time of day for 12 weeks. The product must not be added to any liquid over 140 degrees.
Citruslabs
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Change in Body Weight
Self-reported body weight measured daily for three consecutive days at each time point using a Withings smart scale; the average of the two closest values is used
Time frame: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12
Change in Waist Circumference
Self-reported waist circumference measured using a tape measure
Time frame: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12
Change in Gastrointestinal Symptoms
Assessed via the Gastrointestinal Symptoms Rating Scale (GSRS) self-report questionnaire
Time frame: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12
Change in Digestion-associated Quality of Life
Assessed via the Digestion-associated Quality of Life questionnaire (DQLQ) self-report questionnaire
Time frame: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12
Change in Physical Activity
Assessed via the Godin Leisure-Time Exercises Questionnaire (GLTE) self-report questionnaire
Time frame: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12
Participants' Perception of Bloating
Assessed via self-report questionnaire item
Time frame: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12
Participants' Perception of Bowel Movement Frequency
Assessed via self-report questionnaire item
Time frame: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12
Participants' Perception of Digestion
Assessed via self-report questionnaire item
Time frame: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12
Participants' Perception of Healthy Weight Management
Assessed via self-report questionnaire item
Time frame: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12
Participants' Perception of Energy Levels
Assessed via self-report questionnaire item
Time frame: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12
Participants' Perception of Hair Growth
Assessed via self-report questionnaire item
Time frame: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12
Participants' Perception of Hair Texture
Assessed via self-report questionnaire item
Time frame: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12
Participants' Perception of Skin Brightness
Assessed via self-report questionnaire item
Time frame: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12
Participants' Perception of Skin Clearness
Assessed via self-report questionnaire item
Time frame: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12
Participants' Perception of Product Efficacy
Assessed via self-report questionnaire item
Time frame: Baseline, Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12
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