topicGrape Seed Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimAlterations in mtDNA-CN have been associated with aging, metabolic disorders and neurodegenerative diseases.
evidence level3
citationPerri MR (2026)
sourceModulation of mitochondrial DNA copy number: therapeutic potential of phytochemicals and plant extracts-a comprehensive review.
topicGrape Seed Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimMitochondrial DNA copy number (mtDNA-CN) is a critical marker of mitochondrial health and plays a key role in cellular bioenergetics.
evidence level3
citationPerri MR (2026)
sourceModulation of mitochondrial DNA copy number: therapeutic potential of phytochemicals and plant extracts-a comprehensive review.
topicGrape Seed Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimPolyphenol-rich tart cherry (TC) supplementation has previously been shown to enhance recovery from exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD).
evidence level4
citationSabou V (2026)
sourceTart cherry supplementation causes differential regulation of skeletal muscle proteome after eccentric exercise.
topicGrape Seed Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimHowever, no studies have investigated the effects of different doses of TC supplementation on such recovery.
evidence level4
citationSabou V (2026)
sourceTart cherry supplementation causes differential regulation of skeletal muscle proteome after eccentric exercise.