Mushroom timing may boost athletic recovery
NCT ID NCT07664345
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether taking cordyceps, a medicinal mushroom, before or after exercise helps athletes recover faster. Thirty healthy students aged 19-21 will take cordyceps or a placebo for four weeks. Researchers will measure inflammation, muscle damage, and aerobic fitness to find the optimal timing.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Cordyceps militaris (a medicinal mushroom)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could show the best time to take cordyceps for faster recovery and better training results in athletes.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early study with only 30 people, so results may not apply widely. It also tests timing, not a new treatment, so benefits may be modest.
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Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences
Surabaya, Jawa Timur - East Java, 60213, Indonesia
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