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OBJECTIVES: This study was designed to evaluate the efficacy of an herbal blend composed of Sphaeranthus indicus and Mangifera indica extracts to improve muscle health. METHODS: In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, 40 male participants of 18–40 yrs age, were assigned to receive 650 mg of LI12542F6 (A) or Placebo (P) for 56 days. The primary endpoint was change from baseline in muscle strength, assessed by 1-RM Bench and Leg presses. Secondary endpoints included muscle endurance, time to exhaustion, muscle size, body composition and free testosterone. Safety was also assessed. RESULTS: Significant (P |