Recovery

Herbal supplement could boost testosterone and aid recovery, study predicts

12-Nov-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

New research has found that Tribulus terrestris L. supplementation did not enhance performance or body composition in male CrossFit athletes but suggests it may act as a testosterone booster therefore helping with recovery.

Data supports curcumin’s post-exercise muscle benefits for sedentary people

26-Oct-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with curcumin may protect against muscle damage and enhance performance after acute physical exercise for sedentary individuals, says a new systematic review of the data that supports the effects observed in athletic adults.

Taste of success: How to fuel recovery at the elite level

06-Oct-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Providing elite athletes with the nutrition 'edge' is not always about the counting of macros or the science behind ingredients, but it's sometimes as simple as making products and meals delicious, according to a leading health & performance...

Resveratrol supplements can reduce muscle damage in high-exertion exercise

17-Sep-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Plyometric exercises combined with suitable resveratrol supplementation can help control muscle damage, improve physical adaption, and boost recovering anaerobic capacity, research has concluded.

Study explains how citrus flavonoid improves recovery for cyclists

16-Mar-2021 By Nikki Hancocks

Supplementation with 2S‐hesperidin for eight weeks can boost recovery after intense exercise by improving oxidative and inflammatory status, according to a new study.

Novel marine oil lipid blend may offer exercise recovery benefits: RCT

15-Jan-2021 By Stephen Daniells

A novel combination of green-lipped mussel oil and krill oil may protect joints following exercise more than green-lipped mussel oil alone, says a new study from Indiana University.

Brewer’s yeast extract may help recovery from challenging exercise: Study

28-Apr-2020 By Stephen Daniells

Consuming a beta-glucan-rich brewer’s yeast extract may reduce markers of inflammation and improve mood during challenging exercise, says a new study.

TB12 Acquires VitalFit

16-Jan-2020 By Danielle Masterson

Performance lifestyle brand TB12 announced that it has acquired wellness company VitalFit Nutrition.

Pilot study: Blackcurrant extract may aid in post-exercise recovery

04-Jun-2019 By Adi Menayang

Consumption of blackcurrant extract before exercise may suppress the amount of oxidative stress in the body, suggesting recovery benefits for use in sports nutrition products.

Polysaccharide supplement may give marathon runners an immune boost

01-Apr-2019 By Adi Menayang

Among marathon runners, researchers in Spain found a link between consumption of a polysaccharide-based supplement and improvements of biomarkers associated with the body’s immune response.

Expert argues for sports recovery supplements beyond protein

04-Feb-2019 By Adi Menayang

Protein is a widely recognized and scientifically established ingredient for sports recovery, but one expert argues that there are several more ingredients with untapped potential.

Quercetin may improve triathlon performance and aid in recovery, study suggests

11-Jan-2019 By Adi Menayang

Amateur triathlon athletes experienced less muscular pain and cramps after taking a supplement containing quercetin, compared to the athletes who didn’t, according to new pilot study results.