Clinical Trial Conducted by Thailand Doctors Shows That Drink from Purple Corn Boosts Memory in Menopausal Women
Nikhil Prasad Fact checked by:Thailand Medical News Team Oct 21, 2025 3 hours, 17 minutes ago
Medical News: A breakthrough study from Khon Kaen University unveils how a functional drink made from purple waxy corn byproducts can safely improve cognitive function and reduce oxidative stress in peri- and postmenopausal women.
Clinical Trial Conducted by Thailand Doctors Shows That Drink from Purple Corn Boosts Memory in Menopausal Women
A Natural Solution for Memory Decline
As millions of women worldwide experience menopause, symptoms such as memory loss and reduced attention have become a growing concern. Seeking a safe, sustainable, and natural alternative to hormone therapy, Thailand Doctors from Khon Kaen University’s Faculty of Medicine and the Research Institute for High Human Performance and Health Promotion developed a new drink enriched with anthocyanins—powerful antioxidants extracted from the byproducts of purple waxy corn. This
Medical News report reveals how their invention, named “MP1,” enhances cognitive performance while promoting environmental sustainability.
Study Design and Purpose
The clinical study was led by Dr. Jintanaporn Wattanathorn, Dr. Woranan Kirisattayakul, and Dr. Woraluk Somboonporn from Khon Kaen University, Thailand. It involved 32 peri- and postmenopausal women aged 45–60 in a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial. For two months, participants consumed either the MP1 beverage—containing 400 mg of the purple corn extract—or a placebo. Researchers evaluated working memory, brain activity, oxidative stress levels, and enzyme markers such as acetylcholinesterase (AChE) and monoamine oxidase (MAO).
Improved Cognitive Function Confirmed
The results were striking. Women who consumed MP1 demonstrated a significant decrease in the latency of N100 and P300 brain wave patterns, indicators of improved attention and faster cognitive processing. Their working memory accuracy also improved, especially in spatial and reaction time tests. These findings suggest that the anthocyanins and polyphenols in MP1 help boost neurotransmitter function and brain activity. In contrast, the placebo group showed no such improvements.
Antioxidant Power Reduces Stress and Inflammation
Blood analysis revealed that MP1 reduced oxidative stress levels, as evidenced by lower malondialdehyde (MDA) concentrations and increased superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity—an enzyme crucial for neutralizing free radicals. Additionally, total phenolic compounds in the blood increased significantly, supporting the drink’s antioxidant effectiveness. No adverse effects or toxicity were recorded, proving the drink’s safety for human consumption.
A Green Innovation for Health and Sustainability
Beyond its health benefits, MP1 represents a pioneering step in eco-friendly nutrition. By transforming corn cob byproducts into a valuable functional ingredient, the research team promotes wa
ste reduction, cost savings, and environmental sustainability. Each serving of MP1 contains 400 mg of anthocyanin-rich extract, offering both brain protection and planet-friendly production. This study showcases Thailand’s growing innovation in medical and environmental biotechnology.
Conclusion
The purple waxy corn–based MP1 drink offers a safe, natural, and sustainable way to support memory and brain function in menopausal women. It combines neuroprotective benefits with antioxidant power while reusing agricultural waste for health gain. With no harmful side effects and measurable cognitive improvements, it represents a promising alternative to conventional hormone treatments. If widely adopted, such biocircular innovations could reshape the global functional food market and improve the quality of life for aging women.
The study findings were published in the peer reviewed journal: Antioxidants (MDPI).
https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/14/10/1262
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