Protein vs. carbs: which Pre-Workout drink keeps you cooler in the heat?
NCT ID NCT07646990
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether drinking a high-protein or high-carbohydrate shake before exercising in the heat changes how your body produces heat and handles temperature. Sixteen healthy adults will walk on a treadmill in a hot room after drinking one of two shakes. Researchers will measure metabolism, core temperature, and kidney stress markers to see which drink is better for staying cool.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Protein shake or carbohydrate shake
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help people choose the best pre-exercise meal to stay safe and perform well in hot conditions.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early-stage study (16 people) that only looks at short-term effects. Results may not apply to everyone or real-world exercise.
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