Broccoli supplement and exercise combo tested for immune boost in small study

NCT ID NCT07668596

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

Summary

This study tests whether taking a broccoli sprout extract (sulforaphane) for four days, doing high-intensity interval running, or combining both can improve how immune cells use energy and reduce inflammation. Twenty healthy adults aged 18-35 will try each approach in random order, with a week break in between. Blood samples are taken before and after each period to measure changes in cell metabolism and inflammatory markers.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

sulforaphane-rich broccoli sprout extract

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward simple lifestyle or supplement strategies to boost immune and metabolic health.

What could go wrong

This is a very small, early-stage study in healthy young adults, so results may not apply to older or less healthy people. The 4-day intervention is too short to show lasting effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Inflammation inflammatory disease Motor Activity

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Reichwald Health Sciences Centre

    RECRUITING

    Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 1V7, Canada

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