Ancient mushroom put to the test for athletic edge
NCT ID NCT07756788
First seen Aug 11, 2026 · Last updated Aug 12, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests whether a traditional Southeast Asian mushroom, tiger milk mushroom, can improve physical performance and recovery in active adults. Over 12 weeks, participants take either the mushroom supplement or a placebo, and researchers measure changes in aerobic capacity, muscle strength, perceived exertion, and blood markers of recovery and inflammation. The goal is to see if this natural supplement can support exercise capacity and overall wellbeing.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Tiger Milk Mushroom (Lignosus rhinocerus) extract, taken as a 300 mg capsule twice daily for 12 weeks
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this supplement could offer a natural way to enhance aerobic capacity, muscle strength, and recovery in physically active people.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial, and results may not apply broadly. The supplement's effects on performance and recovery are not yet proven, and individual responses may vary.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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UCSI University
Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, 56000, Malaysia
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