New drink promises faster muscle recovery for young athletes

NCT ID NCT07586839

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Wageningen University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a drink containing caprylic acid and omega-3 fatty acids can help muscles recover strength after a tough workout. Twenty-eight healthy young men will take the supplement for seven days and do a muscle-damaging exercise. Researchers will measure muscle strength and fatigue before and up to 72 hours after exercise to see if the drink speeds up recovery compared to a control drink.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: a drink containing caprylic acid and omega-3 fatty acids
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple nutritional supplement to speed up muscle recovery after intense exercise.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study in healthy young men only, so results may not apply to others. The effect may be small or no better than a placebo.

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Locations

Wageningen University and Research
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Wageningen, Gelderland, 6708WD, Netherlands

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