Evidence status: current·Last updated 12 Jun 2026 · v2.3·Revision history
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1 graded study
The most important new trial, read and scored A–D under our published rubric.
1 myth, examined
A common claim held up to the actual data, usually more marketing than mechanism.
1 thing to watch
An emerging line of research, often on the growth-factor frontier, before it hits the aisle.
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Added 2 recent RCTs to the evidence base; grade reaffirmed after re-scoring.
03 Mar 2026
v2.2
Incorporated a pooled safety analysis; expanded the adverse-effects section.
18 Nov 2025
v2.1
Reworked the delivery & vehicle discussion; added comparison figure.
22 Jul 2025
v2.0
Full re-review against updated methodology; all sources re-verified.
04 Feb 2022
v1.0
First published.
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