Chickpea power: a Plant-Based drink that could speed up muscle recovery?
NCT ID NCT07765719
First seen Aug 14, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Summary
This trial tests whether a chickpea protein drink can help football players recover after training and matches. Over two four-week periods, players drink either the chickpea beverage or a placebo, with a break in between. Researchers measure markers of muscle damage, inflammation, and antioxidant activity in the blood to see if the drink eases the strain of exercise.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Chickpea protein hydrolysate beverage
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a plant-based sports drink that helps athletes recover faster after training.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small early-stage trial, and results may not apply to all athletes. The drink could also cause digestive discomfort or other side effects.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Ciudad Deportiva Bahía de Cádiz
Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain
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