The effect of Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid supplementation on exercise-induced muscle damage

The effect of Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid supplementation on exercise-induced muscle damage

Background Exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD) results in transient muscle inflammation, strength loss, muscle soreness and may cause subsequent exercise avoidance. Omega-3 (n-3) supplementation may minimise EIMD via its anti-inflammatory properties, however, its efficacy remains unclear. Methods...

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Main Authors: Yvoni Kyriakidou, Carly Wood, Chrystalla Ferrier, Alberto Dolci, Bradley Elliott
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2021-01-01
Series:Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition
Subjects:
omega-3
supplementation
ergogenic aid
eccentric exercise
muscle damage
eimd
doms
recovery
inflammation
performance
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s12970-020-00405-1

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