Divers test Breath-Holding boost from plant compound
NCT ID NCT07340996
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a natural compound called beta caryophyllene can improve how long elite freedivers can hold their breath. Fifteen divers with over three years of experience took part in a crossover trial. The goal was to see if the supplement could enhance static apnea performance.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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15 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jan 2026
- Finished
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Apr 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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20 to 40 years
- Sex
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Male participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * With over 3 years of freediving experience Exclusion Criteria: * Without over 3 years of freediving experience
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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National Taiwan University of Sport
Taichung, Taiwan
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