Herbal supplement boosts athletic recovery, study finds
NCT ID NCT07041853
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 27 times
Summary
This study tested whether taking ashwagandha (KSM-66) for 42 days helps athletes recover and improve muscle strength. 56 healthy rugby and water polo players took either 600 mg of ashwagandha or a placebo daily. Researchers measured stress hormones, muscle soreness, and performance tests like grip strength and jumps.
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Club Natació Poble Nou
Barcelona, Spain
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