Tart cherry supplement may soothe sore muscles
NCT ID NCT07354204
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether taking tart cherry supplements for 7 days helps muscles recover after intense exercise. 21 healthy, active adults did arm exercises and took either a tart cherry supplement or a placebo. Researchers measured muscle strength, soreness, and inflammation. The goal was to see if tart cherries could reduce pain and improve recovery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- tart cherry supplement
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a natural way to ease muscle soreness and speed recovery after exercise.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early study with only 21 healthy participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the effect may be modest.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE1 8ST, United Kingdom
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