Can a Protein-Adaptogen combo boost strength and cut stress?

NCT ID NCT07716904

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Sports Performance and Applied Research in Trials and Analysis Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 21, 2026 · Last updated Jul 23, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This trial investigates whether whey protein, alone or combined with the adaptogenic herb ashwagandha, can improve muscle strength, recovery, stress levels, and overall wellbeing in physically active men aged 18 to 45. Participants take either whey protein or whey protein with ashwagandha for six weeks, then undergo strength tests, provide saliva samples, and complete questionnaires. The goal is to see if adding ashwagandha offers extra benefits beyond protein alone.

What this could mean

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Active substance: whey protein with or without ashwagandha root extract
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward an optimal supplement strategy for improving muscle recovery and reducing stress in active individuals.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to all athletes or the general population. The effects may be modest or not statistically significant.

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Conditions

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Motor Activity

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MUSCLE STRENGTH RECOVERY RECOVERY RECOVERY FOLLOWING EXERCISE SPORTS NUTRITION SPORTS NUTRITIONAL SCIENCES

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Locations

Strength and Nutrition Ltd
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Brighton, East Sussex, United Kingdom

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