Natural herb may give basketball players an edge
NCT ID NCT07239960
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether taking Rhodiola rosea supplements for 28 days helps basketball players perform better and feel less tired during simulated games. Forty-eight healthy male athletes took either the supplement or a placebo. Researchers measured game completion time, heart rate, fatigue, and aerobic capacity. The goal is to see if this natural herb can improve sports performance.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Rhodiola rosea (dietary supplement)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could show that a natural supplement helps athletes perform better and feel less tired during games.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study in healthy athletes, so results may not apply to others. Supplements can have side effects or interact with other products.
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Locations
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Beijing Sport University
Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100084, China