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    meta_analysis
    2021

    The effect of curcumin supplementation on recovery following exercise-induced muscle damage and delayed-onset muscle soreness: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

    Fang W, Nasir Y

    Published in Phytotherapy Research, Vol. 35 (4), pp. 1768-1781

    Methodology

    Meta-analysis of RCTs of curcumin on muscle soreness and damage markers after exercise.

    Key Findings

    Curcumin reduced muscle soreness and creatine kinase levels versus placebo in the 24-72 hour window.

    Conclusions

    Curcumin modestly reduces exercise-induced muscle aches.

    Limitations

    Small trials, varied bioavailability-enhanced formulations, self-reported soreness.

    Supplements Studied

    Curcumin from turmeric reduced post-exercise soreness and muscle damage markers.

    Curcumin
    Compound

    Curcumin reduced muscle soreness and creatine kinase levels versus placebo.

    Outcomes Measured

    Post-Exercise Soreness Reduction

    Curcumin reduced delayed onset muscle soreness and creatine kinase.

    Related Health Concerns

    Body Aches
    Bursitis

    Study Details

    Year:2021
    Sample Size:400
    Quality Score:6/10

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