topicPea Protein Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimHowever, overall evidence remains limited by small sample sizes, moderate to high risk of bias, and heterogeneity in intervention protocols, protein formulations, and outcome measures.
evidence level1
citationGovindasamy K (2025)
sourceEffect of Plant-Based Proteins on Recovery from Resistance Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage in Healthy Young Adults-A Systematic Review.
topicPea Protein Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimRisk of bias assessments revealed concerns related to detection and reporting bias in nearly half the studies.
evidence level1
citationGovindasamy K (2025)
sourceEffect of Plant-Based Proteins on Recovery from Resistance Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage in Healthy Young Adults-A Systematic Review.
topicPea Protein Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimConclusion plant-based proteins particularly in the form of protein blends and when dosed appropriately, may support muscle recovery in resistance-trained individuals and offer a viable alternative to animal-based proteins.
evidence level1
citationGovindasamy K (2025)
sourceEffect of Plant-Based Proteins on Recovery from Resistance Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage in Healthy Young Adults-A Systematic Review.
topicPea Protein Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimBackground Plant-based protein supplementation in supporting muscle recovery following resistance exercise remains an area of growing interest, particularly among vegan athletes, as a potential alternative to animal-based proteins.
evidence level1
citationGovindasamy K (2025)
sourceEffect of Plant-Based Proteins on Recovery from Resistance Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage in Healthy Young Adults-A Systematic Review.
topicPea Protein Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimDue to increased need in athletes, protein supplementation has been widely used to support recovery and performance.
evidence level4
citationJahan-Mihan A (2025)
sourceCurrent Perspectives on Protein Supplementation in Athletes: General Guidance and Special Considerations for Diabetes-A Narrative Review.