topicSpirulina Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimAlgae supplementation showed a suggestive improvement in VO 2 max (SMD = 0.88, 95% CI: 0.00-1.75) and significantly improved in TTE (SMD = 1.06, 95% CI: 0.16-1.96), with smaller effects on WRmax (SMD = 0.29, 95% CI: 0.03-0.55), and no significant benefit for TT performance (SMD = -0.27, 95% CI: -0.74 to 0.21).
evidence level1
citationWei Y (2026)
sourceThe Effects of Seaweed and Microalgae Supplementation on Exercise Performance and Recovery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
topicSpirulina Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimRegarding recovery, CK concentrations were significantly reduced (SMD = -0.78, 95% CI: -1.28 to -0.28).
evidence level1
citationWei Y (2026)
sourceThe Effects of Seaweed and Microalgae Supplementation on Exercise Performance and Recovery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
topicSpirulina Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimSensitivity analyses supported the robustness of the main findings with minimal evidence of publication bias.
evidence level1
citationWei Y (2026)
sourceThe Effects of Seaweed and Microalgae Supplementation on Exercise Performance and Recovery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
topicSpirulina Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimObjective: Seaweed and microalgae provide antioxidants, polyunsaturated fatty acids, and bioactive compounds that may enhance exercise performance and accelerate recovery.
evidence level1
citationWei Y (2026)
sourceThe Effects of Seaweed and Microalgae Supplementation on Exercise Performance and Recovery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
topicSpirulina Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimRecent evidence highlights the strong connection between nutrition, health, and the environment; given the current limits of our planet, this underscores the urgent need for a comprehensive transformation of global food systems [,].
evidence level3
citationTuna Tuğba (2026)
sourceFuture Protein Sources in Sports Nutrition: Sustainable Solutions​
topicSpirulina Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimThis increased demand, along with the growing trend among athletes to use supplements for enhancing performance and recovery [], has driven interest in sustainable protein alternatives.
evidence level3
citationTuna Tuğba (2026)
sourceFuture Protein Sources in Sports Nutrition: Sustainable Solutions​
topicSpirulina Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claimDiets rich in vegetables are associated with reduced oxidative stress and inflammation [].
evidence level3
citationTuna Tuğba (2026)
sourceFuture Protein Sources in Sports Nutrition: Sustainable Solutions​
topicSpirulina Exercise Recovery Randomized Trial
claim32 50 18 43 75 21 57 23 25 In recent years, the depletion of natural resources and rapidly growing population have become one of the most critical global challenges [,].
evidence level3
citationTuna Tuğba (2026)
sourceFuture Protein Sources in Sports Nutrition: Sustainable Solutions​