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Whey protein after workouts: does it change Athletes' mineral levels?

NCT ID NCT07488273

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at whether taking whey protein powder right after training for 8 weeks affects blood levels of calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and iron in elite male track-and-field athletes. Fifty-nine athletes took 30 grams of whey protein daily after exercise. The goal was to see if this common supplement alters important minerals during intense training.

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Active substance
whey protein powder
What this could lead to
If it works, this could help coaches and athletes understand how whey protein affects key minerals like calcium and iron during training.
What could go wrong
This is a small, non-randomized, open-label study without a placebo, so results may be biased or not apply to all athletes. It only measured mineral levels, not performance or health outcomes.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

59 people

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Started

Feb 2026

Finished

Mar 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 30 years

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Male elite track-and-field athletes * Age 18-30 years * Engaged in structured training program * No supplement use in past 3 months Exclusion Criteria: * Use of nutritional or mineral supplements * Metabolic or musculoskeletal disorders * Acute injury affecting performance * Use of ergogenic aids (e.g., creatine, anabolic agents)

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    Tunis, Tunisia

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