Gut microbiome composition: link between sports performance and protein absorption?

ABSTRACT:

Background

Sufficient protein intake is essential for adequate physical condition and athletic performance. However, numerous factors can influence the absorption of consumed protein, including timing, type of protein intake, and gut microbiota. In the present study, elite male water polo players consumed a plant-based, vegan protein supplement with (n = 10) or without (n = 10) pre- and probiotics daily during the 31-day study period.

Methods

We determined the anthropometric characteristics and body composition, dietary habits, gut microbiota composition, and blood parameters of the players at the beginning and at the end of the study. Body composition parameters were analyzed using the InBody 970 bioimpedance analyzer. Gut microbiome composition was determined

SUBMITTER: Fritz P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10763846 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature