Watermelon Citrulline Exercise Randomized Trial Evidence Table

Structured evidence table for Watermelon Citrulline Exercise Randomized Trial, generated from 2 reusable source documents in the Migaku knowledge base.

topicclaimevidence levelcitationsource
Watermelon Citrulline Exercise Randomized TrialEIMD is usually followed by delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS), temporary loss of muscle strength, reduced range of motion, and impaired physical performance [,].1Nguyen Dang Hien Ngan (2026)Plant-Derived Whole Foods and Food-Based Supplements on Post-Exercise Recovery in Physically Active Individuals: A Systematic Review of Human Intervention Trials
Watermelon Citrulline Exercise Randomized TrialThe primary phase involves mechanical disruption of muscle fibers and sarcomeres, whereas the secondary phase is characterized by inflammatory responses and increased production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) [,].1Nguyen Dang Hien Ngan (2026)Plant-Derived Whole Foods and Food-Based Supplements on Post-Exercise Recovery in Physically Active Individuals: A Systematic Review of Human Intervention Trials
Watermelon Citrulline Exercise Randomized TrialMoreover, the growing adoption of vegetarian and vegan dietary patterns increases the practical need for evidence-based post-exercise recovery strategies that are compatible with plant-based dietary preferences [].1Nguyen Dang Hien Ngan (2026)Plant-Derived Whole Foods and Food-Based Supplements on Post-Exercise Recovery in Physically Active Individuals: A Systematic Review of Human Intervention Trials
Watermelon Citrulline Exercise Randomized Trial1 2 3 4 5 Post-exercise recovery is a central component of sports nutrition because it influences subsequent training quality, performance readiness, and long-term adaptation [,].1Nguyen Dang Hien Ngan (2026)Plant-Derived Whole Foods and Food-Based Supplements on Post-Exercise Recovery in Physically Active Individuals: A Systematic Review of Human Intervention Trials
Watermelon Citrulline Exercise Randomized TrialInterventions lasting 3 to 8 weeks were associated with a significant increase in FFM.1Ashtary-Larky D (2025)Effects of Citrulline or Watermelon Supplementation on Body Composition: A Systematic Review and Dose-Response Meta-Analysis.
Watermelon Citrulline Exercise Randomized TrialBackground/objectives L-Citrulline (CIT) is a non-essential amino acid abundant in watermelon and commonly used as a dietary supplement to enhance exercise performance.1Ashtary-Larky D (2025)Effects of Citrulline or Watermelon Supplementation on Body Composition: A Systematic Review and Dose-Response Meta-Analysis.
Watermelon Citrulline Exercise Randomized TrialAlthough its benefits for endurance and resistance training are well documented, its effects on body composition remain uncertain.1Ashtary-Larky D (2025)Effects of Citrulline or Watermelon Supplementation on Body Composition: A Systematic Review and Dose-Response Meta-Analysis.
topicWatermelon Citrulline Exercise Randomized Trial
claimEIMD is usually followed by delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS), temporary loss of muscle strength, reduced range of motion, and impaired physical performance [,].
evidence level1
citationNguyen Dang Hien Ngan (2026)
sourcePlant-Derived Whole Foods and Food-Based Supplements on Post-Exercise Recovery in Physically Active Individuals: A Systematic Review of Human Intervention Trials
topicWatermelon Citrulline Exercise Randomized Trial
claimThe primary phase involves mechanical disruption of muscle fibers and sarcomeres, whereas the secondary phase is characterized by inflammatory responses and increased production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) [,].
evidence level1
citationNguyen Dang Hien Ngan (2026)
sourcePlant-Derived Whole Foods and Food-Based Supplements on Post-Exercise Recovery in Physically Active Individuals: A Systematic Review of Human Intervention Trials
topicWatermelon Citrulline Exercise Randomized Trial
claimMoreover, the growing adoption of vegetarian and vegan dietary patterns increases the practical need for evidence-based post-exercise recovery strategies that are compatible with plant-based dietary preferences [].
evidence level1
citationNguyen Dang Hien Ngan (2026)
sourcePlant-Derived Whole Foods and Food-Based Supplements on Post-Exercise Recovery in Physically Active Individuals: A Systematic Review of Human Intervention Trials
topicWatermelon Citrulline Exercise Randomized Trial
claim1 2 3 4 5 Post-exercise recovery is a central component of sports nutrition because it influences subsequent training quality, performance readiness, and long-term adaptation [,].
evidence level1
citationNguyen Dang Hien Ngan (2026)
sourcePlant-Derived Whole Foods and Food-Based Supplements on Post-Exercise Recovery in Physically Active Individuals: A Systematic Review of Human Intervention Trials
topicWatermelon Citrulline Exercise Randomized Trial
claimInterventions lasting 3 to 8 weeks were associated with a significant increase in FFM.
evidence level1
citationAshtary-Larky D (2025)
sourceEffects of Citrulline or Watermelon Supplementation on Body Composition: A Systematic Review and Dose-Response Meta-Analysis.
topicWatermelon Citrulline Exercise Randomized Trial
claimBackground/objectives L-Citrulline (CIT) is a non-essential amino acid abundant in watermelon and commonly used as a dietary supplement to enhance exercise performance.
evidence level1
citationAshtary-Larky D (2025)
sourceEffects of Citrulline or Watermelon Supplementation on Body Composition: A Systematic Review and Dose-Response Meta-Analysis.
topicWatermelon Citrulline Exercise Randomized Trial
claimAlthough its benefits for endurance and resistance training are well documented, its effects on body composition remain uncertain.
evidence level1
citationAshtary-Larky D (2025)
sourceEffects of Citrulline or Watermelon Supplementation on Body Composition: A Systematic Review and Dose-Response Meta-Analysis.

Source documents

  1. Plant-Derived Whole Foods and Food-Based Supplements on Post-Exercise Recovery in Physically Active Individuals: A Systematic Review of Human Intervention Trials
  2. Effects of Citrulline or Watermelon Supplementation on Body Composition: A Systematic Review and Dose-Response Meta-Analysis.