Recruiting NA Muscle Damage

New treatment option for Muscle Damage

Official title The Effect of Vicia Faba Hydrolysate Supplementation on Muscle Strength Recovery

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06837298

What this study is testing

What it's testing
To investigate the effect of Vicia faba protein concentrate, a protein derived from Fava bean extract, on delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). Participants receive either 2.4g/day of PeptiStrong® supplement capsules or placebo capsules for 14 days until a strenuous exercise session.
  • You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 18 to 45. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.

You may be able to join if

  • Males and females 18 - 45 years of age.
  • Willing to fast overnight on the 4 testing occasions.
  • Participants agree to abstain from taking additional supplements throughout the testing period, with particular emphasis placed upon protein-based...
  • Moderately active (exercise 3-5 days per week)
  • Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English

You likely can't join if

  • Individuals that are glucose-6-phosphate-dehydrogenase deficient. The test product in this study contains fava bean extract which may produce favism...
  • Alcohol or drug abuse in the past year.3. Testosterone or estrogen supplementation (not including women on oral contraceptives)
  • Pregnant or nursing or planning to become pregnant.
  • Participation in any other clinical trial in the past 30 days. Participation in any PepsiCo trial in the past 6 months
  • Volunteers with unstable medical conditions.
  • Any complaints that could interfere with the ability to exercise.
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • Males and females 18 - 45 years of age.
  • Willing to fast overnight on the 4 testing occasions.
  • Participants agree to abstain from taking additional supplements throughout the testing period, with particular emphasis placed upon protein-based products (e.g., whey or casein based protein powders; animal derived...
  • Moderately active (exercise 3-5 days per week)
  • Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English
  • Participants agree to maintain their normal diet and perform only light to moderate exercise for the duration of the study.
  • BMI between 18.5 and 29.9 kg/m2
  • Participants agree to refrain from consuming alcohol in the 48 hours leading up to a test day.
  • Willingness to complete questionnaires, records and diaries associated with the study and to complete all lab visits.
  • Refrain from any exercise from 48 hours prior to each test or blood draw.
  • Healthy as determined by General Health Questionnaire.
  • Non-smoker
What rules you out
  • Individuals that are glucose-6-phosphate-dehydrogenase deficient. The test product in this study contains fava bean extract which may produce favism in genetically susceptible individuals.
  • Alcohol or drug abuse in the past year.3. Testosterone or estrogen supplementation (not including women on oral contraceptives)
  • Pregnant or nursing or planning to become pregnant.
  • Participation in any other clinical trial in the past 30 days. Participation in any PepsiCo trial in the past 6 months
  • Volunteers with unstable medical conditions.
  • Any complaints that could interfere with the ability to exercise.
  • Individuals who are cognitively impaired or unable to give informed consent.
  • Any co-morbidities interacting with mobility or muscle metabolism of the lower limbs (e.g. arthritis, spasticity / rigidity, all neurological disorders, paralysis).
  • Creatine supplements, corticosteroids, NSAIDS, amino acids, injectible peptides, collagen, and nicotinamide (Vit B3/niacin).
  • Presence or history of neurological disorders or significant psychiatric illness.
  • Any condition the study investigator believes would interfere with eligibility following the study protocol, effect the study results, or put the subject at undue risk.
  • Participation in resistance or aerobic exercise within 48 hours of the test days.
  • Participation of \>3 high-intensity exercise sessions per week.
  • Undertake recovery methods such as sea swims, foam rolling, cryotherapy or excessive stretching during days 14-17.
  • Have been in contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 in previous 14 days.
  • Are Hepatitis A- or B-positive or have had a sexual partner infected with hepatitis or HIV and not taking medication.
  • Are not employed by, or have a parent, guardian, or other immediate family member employed by a company that manufactures any products that compete with any Gatorade product. If you are unsure if a company would be...

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Bradenton, Florida, United States

Compensation & support

Compensation mentioned.

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Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

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Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

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How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 45 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Bradenton, Florida, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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