Plant-based supplements in enhancing exercise performance and recovery.

ABSTRACT: Plant-based supplements are redefining sports nutrition through their dual capacities to enhance exercise performance and accelerate recovery. The literature is based on a search of the Web of Science Core Collection (November 12, 2024) for studies on plant-based supplements and exercise, limited to those with clear mechanistic or clinical relevance. This review delineates the mechanistic roles of plant-derived amino acids, antioxidants, and bioactive extracts in modulating key physiological pathways underlying athletic performance and recovery. Specifically, plant protein formulations have been shown to rival their animal-derived counterparts in stimulating myofibrillar protein synthesis, a cornerstone process in muscle repair and growth. In addition, polyphenols (a major class of plant a

SUBMITTER: Jiao X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12682642 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature