Less protein, same gains? rugby study tests smarter supplement strategy
NCT ID NCT07569770
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether a lower-protein supplement with extra ingredients works as well as a high-protein shake for building muscle and improving performance. Twenty elite male rugby players took either a 40-gram whey protein shake or a 20-gram multi-ingredient supplement after training for 12 weeks. The goal was to see if athletes can get good results with less protein, which may be healthier.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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20 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Nov 2023
- Finished
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Jul 2024
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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19 to 26 years
- Sex
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Male participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Elite rugby athletes in the university team * No consumption of performance-enhancing supplements (e.g., creatine, protein supplements, or anabolic-androgenic steroids) one month prior to the study * No current medication or major musculoskeletal injuries Exclusion Criteria: * Vegetarianism * Whey protein allergy * Body weight fluctuation of more than 10 kg in the past three months
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Institute of Sports Sciences, University of Taipei
Taipei, 111036, Taiwan
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