topicSpirulina Skin Health Randomized Trial
claimAstaxanthin derived fromhas attracted considerable attention due to its potent antioxidant capacity; however, evidence regarding its effects on exercise performance and recovery remains inconsistent [,].
evidence level1
citationWei Yan (2026)
sourceThe Effects of Seaweed and Microalgae Supplementation on Exercise Performance and Recovery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
topicSpirulina Skin Health Randomized Trial
claimBy integrating available evidence, this study sought to evaluate the dual effects of algae supplementation on exercise performance and recovery, identify intervention characteristics associated with greater efficacy, and provide more targeted evidence for sports nutrition practice, and guide the design of future high-quality RCTs.
evidence level1
citationWei Yan (2026)
sourceThe Effects of Seaweed and Microalgae Supplementation on Exercise Performance and Recovery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
topicSpirulina Skin Health Randomized Trial
claimTo ensure transparency, we note that, prior to data synthesis, we expanded the list of exploratory outcomes to include metabolic and oxidative stress markers, and adjusted the database search dates to ensure comprehensive coverage of the most recent clinical evidence through June 2025.
evidence level1
citationWei Yan (2026)
sourceThe Effects of Seaweed and Microalgae Supplementation on Exercise Performance and Recovery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
topicSpirulina Skin Health Randomized Trial
claimHaematococcus pluvialis 1 2 3 4 Seaweeds (macroalgae, including brown, red, and green algae) and microalgae (e.g., Spirulina, Chlorella,) are rich sources of high-quality protein, essential amino acids, B vitamins, and trace elements such as iron and magnesium [].
evidence level1
citationWei Yan (2026)
sourceThe Effects of Seaweed and Microalgae Supplementation on Exercise Performance and Recovery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
topicSpirulina Skin Health Randomized Trial
claimImportantly, these biological changes manifest most meaningfully through declines in functional capacity, including reduced muscle strength, impaired metabolic regulation, diminished cognitive performance, and increased disease risk.
evidence level4
citationKurtz Jennifer A. (2026)
sourceTargeted Supplementation and Nutritional Strategies for Healthy Aging: A Review of Physiological and Molecular Benefits
topicSpirulina Skin Health Randomized Trial
claimThis article aims to synthesize evidence from human studies evaluating dietary supplements that directly or indirectly modulate the recognized hallmarks of aging, such as mitochondrial dysfunction, oxidative stress, inflammation, and proteostasis.
evidence level4
citationKurtz Jennifer A. (2026)
sourceTargeted Supplementation and Nutritional Strategies for Healthy Aging: A Review of Physiological and Molecular Benefits
topicSpirulina Skin Health Randomized Trial
claimRather than providing an exhaustive account of all supplements ever studied, this review focuses on representative compounds with the strongest or most emerging human evidence.
evidence level4
citationKurtz Jennifer A. (2026)
sourceTargeted Supplementation and Nutritional Strategies for Healthy Aging: A Review of Physiological and Molecular Benefits
topicSpirulina Skin Health Randomized Trial
claimAging is a complex, multifaceted process marked by a gradual decline in physiological.
evidence level4
citationKurtz Jennifer A. (2026)
sourceTargeted Supplementation and Nutritional Strategies for Healthy Aging: A Review of Physiological and Molecular Benefits