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New drink promises faster muscle recovery for young athletes

NCT ID NCT07586839

Symptom relief Sponsor: Wageningen University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a drink containing caprylic acid and omega-3 fatty acids can help muscles recover strength after a tough workout. Twenty-eight healthy young men will take the supplement for seven days and do a muscle-damaging exercise. Researchers will measure muscle strength and fatigue before and up to 72 hours after exercise to see if the drink speeds up recovery compared to a control drink.

What this could mean

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Active substance
a drink containing caprylic acid and omega-3 fatty acids
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple nutritional supplement to speed up muscle recovery after intense exercise.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study in healthy young men only, so results may not apply to others. The effect may be small or no better than a placebo.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 28 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Sep 2025

Expected to finish

Sep 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 35 years

Sex

Male participants only

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Young (≥18 and ≤35 years) * Male sex * Non-obese (≥18.5 and ≤27.5 kg/m2) * Recreationally active (performing non-competitive exercise at least one time a week for minimally 30 minutes) Exclusion Criteria: * Smoking * Participation in structural exercise with a major eccentric component (e.g. soccer, basketball, trail running, etc…) * Chronic use of any prescribed over the counter pharmaceuticals * Any history of medical or surgical events that may effect the study outcomes * Following a specific diet (e.g. weight loss, ketogenic, vegan) * Taking protein supplements

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Wageningen University and Research

    RECRUITING

    Wageningen, Gelderland, 6708WD, Netherlands

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