Broccoli powder boosts exercise recovery, small study finds

NCT ID NCT07454265

First seen Mar 10, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study looked at whether taking broccoli powder for two weeks could help healthy young men recover better after a tough cycling workout. Seventeen men took either broccoli powder or a spinach placebo, then did a maximal cycling test. Researchers measured markers of oxidative stress, blood lactate, and muscle power to see if the broccoli made a difference.

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Locations

  • Lithuanian Sports University

    Kaunas, Lithuania

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