topicCitrulline Muscle Soreness Meta-Analysis
claimEIMD is usually followed by delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS), temporary loss of muscle strength, reduced range of motion, and impaired physical performance [,].
evidence level1
citationNguyen Dang Hien Ngan (2026)
sourcePlant-Derived Whole Foods and Food-Based Supplements on Post-Exercise Recovery in Physically Active Individuals: A Systematic Review of Human Intervention Trials
topicCitrulline Muscle Soreness Meta-Analysis
claimThe primary phase involves mechanical disruption of muscle fibers and sarcomeres, whereas the secondary phase is characterized by inflammatory responses and increased production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) [,].
evidence level1
citationNguyen Dang Hien Ngan (2026)
sourcePlant-Derived Whole Foods and Food-Based Supplements on Post-Exercise Recovery in Physically Active Individuals: A Systematic Review of Human Intervention Trials
topicCitrulline Muscle Soreness Meta-Analysis
claimMoreover, the growing adoption of vegetarian and vegan dietary patterns increases the practical need for evidence-based post-exercise recovery strategies that are compatible with plant-based dietary preferences [].
evidence level1
citationNguyen Dang Hien Ngan (2026)
sourcePlant-Derived Whole Foods and Food-Based Supplements on Post-Exercise Recovery in Physically Active Individuals: A Systematic Review of Human Intervention Trials
topicCitrulline Muscle Soreness Meta-Analysis
claim1 2 3 4 5 Post-exercise recovery is a central component of sports nutrition because it influences subsequent training quality, performance readiness, and long-term adaptation [,].
evidence level1
citationNguyen Dang Hien Ngan (2026)
sourcePlant-Derived Whole Foods and Food-Based Supplements on Post-Exercise Recovery in Physically Active Individuals: A Systematic Review of Human Intervention Trials
topicCitrulline Muscle Soreness Meta-Analysis
claimIndividual exercise tolerance is defined as the amount of physical exertion that can be sustained before task disengagement and can be increased through appropriate training strategies [,].
evidence level4
citationStrasser Barbara (2026)
sourceDietary interventions interact with the perception of effort and enhance endurance performance: a brief narrative review
topicCitrulline Muscle Soreness Meta-Analysis
claimWe then integrate evidence on the ergogenic effects of various dietary interventions with existing knowledge on perception of effort, focusing on how these interventions may limit the development of fatigue during endurance exercise and thereby influence effort perception.
evidence level4
citationStrasser Barbara (2026)
sourceDietary interventions interact with the perception of effort and enhance endurance performance: a brief narrative review
topicCitrulline Muscle Soreness Meta-Analysis
claimSuch adjustments result in impaired time trial performance when perceived effort rises [], and improved performance when perceived effort is reduced [].
evidence level4
citationStrasser Barbara (2026)
sourceDietary interventions interact with the perception of effort and enhance endurance performance: a brief narrative review
topicCitrulline Muscle Soreness Meta-Analysis
claim1 2 3 4 5 1 1 Individual aerobic endurance capacity determines how long and at what intensity everyday activities, such as climbing stairs or gardening, as well as strenuous sports, including running, cycling, or swimming, can be performed [].
evidence level4
citationStrasser Barbara (2026)
sourceDietary interventions interact with the perception of effort and enhance endurance performance: a brief narrative review