Gut bugs may help athletes bounce back faster
NCT ID NCT05588674
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether taking a multi-strain probiotic supplement for 8.5 weeks can improve exercise performance and recovery in recreational athletes. 36 healthy adults aged 18-40 who exercise regularly took either the probiotic or a placebo daily. Researchers measured things like cycling performance, muscle soreness, inflammation, and gut bacteria changes. The goal is to see if probiotics can help athletes recover more quickly after tough workouts.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- multi-strain probiotic supplement
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a natural way to help athletes recover faster after intense exercise.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 36 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect on performance may be small or not noticeable.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Loughborough University
Loughborough, LE11 3TU, United Kingdom
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