Broccoli breakthrough? study tests veggie powder for muscle repair

NCT ID NCT07373106

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Lithuanian Sports University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether a broccoli-derived compound called glucoraphanin can help muscles recover from exercise-induced damage. Seventeen healthy adults will take broccoli powder or a placebo for a week before doing muscle-damaging arm exercises. Researchers will measure strength, soreness, and swelling over the next few days to see if the broccoli supplement speeds up recovery.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

broccoli powder (glucoraphanin)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a natural supplement to speed up muscle recovery after exercise.

What could go wrong

This is a very small, early-stage study in healthy people, so results may not apply to athletes or injured individuals. The effect may be minimal or absent.

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