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Fish oil pills may speed up muscle recovery after workouts

NCT ID NCT07237113

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Instituto de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de O'Higgins Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study looked at whether taking high-dose omega-3 supplements for 8 weeks can reduce muscle damage and improve recovery after intense exercise in 30 healthy young men. Researchers measured muscle strength loss and blood markers called oxylipins, which are involved in muscle repair. The goal was to understand how omega-3s might help muscles bounce back faster.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Omega-3 fatty acids (DHA and EPA)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a natural supplement strategy to help muscles recover faster after intense exercise.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 30 healthy young men. Results may not apply to women, older adults, or athletes, and the effect may be modest.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

30 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Sep 2021

Finished

Sep 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 40 years

Sex

Male participants only

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy male participants between 18 and 40 years Exclusion Criteria: * Participants must not have performed regular strength training during the 6 months prior to the start of the study. * Participants must also not be taking medications that affect inflammation or cardiovascular responses to exercise and must have a BMI of less than 30 kg/m2. * Participants must not consume fish more than twice a week and must not have taken any omega-3 supplements for three months prior to the study or be allergic to fish.

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Damage muscle

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Universidad de O'Higgins

    Rancagua, Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins, 2820000, Chile