topicL-Glutamine Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimEndurance athletes show increased microbial diversity and higher abundance of taxa involved in fiber fermentation, such as Prevotella and Firmicutes-related bacteria [,], which are associated with enhanced metabolic efficiency and exercise adaptation.
evidence level4
citationLu Tung-Lin (2026)
sourceInfluence of Four-Week Glutamine Supplementation on Gut Microbiota Across a Training Period in Cross-Country Skiers
topicL-Glutamine Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimDespite these adaptations, endurance training may also impose physiological stress on the gastrointestinal system, potentially leading to compromised intestinal integrity and an increased incidence of gastrointestinal symptoms [].
evidence level4
citationLu Tung-Lin (2026)
sourceInfluence of Four-Week Glutamine Supplementation on Gut Microbiota Across a Training Period in Cross-Country Skiers
topicL-Glutamine Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claim11 16 The 4-week supplementation period was selected based on evidence that 2–4 weeks of glutamine interventions are sufficient to induce physiological responses in athletes [,].
evidence level4
citationLu Tung-Lin (2026)
sourceInfluence of Four-Week Glutamine Supplementation on Gut Microbiota Across a Training Period in Cross-Country Skiers
topicL-Glutamine Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claim1 The gut microbiota is widely known as a critical contributor to host physiological processes, including metabolic regulation, immune responses, and maintenance of intestinal barrier function.
evidence level4
citationLu Tung-Lin (2026)
sourceInfluence of Four-Week Glutamine Supplementation on Gut Microbiota Across a Training Period in Cross-Country Skiers