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Herbal supplement ashwagandha tested for athlete recovery

NCT ID NCT07041853

Symptom relief Sponsor: University Ramon Llull Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether taking ashwagandha (KSM-66) daily for 42 days helps athletes recover from training and improve muscle strength. 56 rugby and water polo players took either 600 mg of ashwagandha or a placebo. Researchers measured stress hormones, muscle soreness, and performance tests like grip strength and jumps.

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Active substance
ashwagandha (KSM-66) root extract
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a natural supplement to help athletes recover faster and improve muscle strength.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial in healthy athletes, so results may not apply to the general public. Supplements can have side effects, and benefits may be modest.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

56 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jun 2025

Finished

Aug 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Above the age of 18 * Healthy and free of disease * Assigned as an athlete at CN Poble Nou sports academy Exclusion Criteria: * Allergies to nightshades such as tomato, aubergine, potatoes and peppers * Active supplementation with other ergogenic aids (to not interfere with existing treatment) * Medication or contraceptives (to not interfere with existing treatment) * Liver conditions (to not interfere with existing treatment) * Thyroid conditions (to not interfere with existing treatment) * Diabetes or certain autoimmune conditions (to not interfere with existing treatment) * Active pregnancy (to not interfere with existing treatment) * No signing of the consent form

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Exercise training Recovery Strength

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Club Natació Poble Nou

    Barcelona, Spain

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