The effects of cholecalciferol supplementation on the inflammatory markers and muscle damage indices of soccer players after a simulated soccer match: A double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized trial

Inflammation, muscle damage, and muscle pain are the most common problems in athletes [1, 2]. Hence, while vigorous exercise results in beneficial effects on athletes ’ health, it can also leads to a loss of energy, inflammation, oxidative stress, and muscle damage, which can have adverse effects on some body organs and negative impacts on general health [3-5]. Soccer is considered the most popular and lucrative sports in the world; it requires muscle strength, aerobic capacity, and high speed [6, 7].

Source: Nutrition - July 12, 2018 Category: Nutrition Authors: Narges Parsaie, Saeed Ghavamzadeh, Mahdi Cheraghi Source Type: research