Herbal supplement fails to boost muscle strength in small study
NCT ID NCT07552675
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether taking astragalus extract daily for 10 weeks could help reduce muscle soreness and inflammation during intense weight training. Twenty-four moderately active young adults took either the supplement or a placebo while following a structured workout program. Results showed the supplement changed some inflammatory markers but did not improve muscle strength or reduce pain.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Astragalus membranaceus (astragali radix extract)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a natural supplement to help manage inflammation during heavy exercise.
- What could go wrong
- This was a small, early study in healthy people, not patients. The supplement did not improve muscle function, so benefits may be limited.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Università di Pavia
Pavia, 27100, Italy
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