Broccoli powder boosts Post-Workout recovery?
NCT ID NCT07454265
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looked at whether taking broccoli powder for two weeks could reduce oxidative stress and help recovery after intense cycling. Seventeen healthy men took either broccoli powder or a placebo (spinach powder) in a crossover design. Researchers measured blood markers of stress and muscle power before and after exercise. The goal was to see if broccoli's natural compounds could speed up recovery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
broccoli powder
What this could lead to
If it works, this could suggest that broccoli supplements help athletes recover faster from hard workouts.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early study in healthy men only, so results may not apply to others. The effect may be small or not noticeable.
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Lithuanian Sports University
Kaunas, Lithuania