Lin Di, Rezaei Mohammad J
School of Sports, Zhengzhou Shengda University, Zhengzhou, 451191, Henan, China.
School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Mol Cell Biochem. 2025 May;480(5):2827-2846. doi: 10.1007/s11010-024-05178-8. Epub 2024 Dec 18.
In the last three decades, our understanding of how exercise induces oxidative stress has significantly advanced. Plant polysaccharides, such as dietary fibers and resistant starches, have been shown to enhance exercise performance by improving energy metabolism, reducing fatigue, increasing strength and stamina, mitigating oxidative stress post-exercise, facilitating muscle recovery, and aiding in detoxification. Moreover, antioxidants found in plant-based foods play a crucial role in protecting the body against oxidative stress induced by intense physical activity. By scavenging free radicals and reducing oxidative damage, antioxidants can improve exercise endurance, enhance recovery, and support immune function. Furthermore, the interaction between plant polysaccharides and antioxidants in the gut microbiota can lead to synergistic effects on overall health and performance. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the current research on plant polysaccharides and antioxidants in relation to exercise performance and gut health.
在过去三十年里，我们对运动如何引发氧化应激的理解有了显著进展。植物多糖，如膳食纤维和抗性淀粉，已被证明可通过改善能量代谢、减轻疲劳、增强力量和耐力、减轻运动后的氧化应激、促进肌肉恢复以及辅助排毒来提高运动表现。此外，植物性食物中发现的抗氧化剂在保护身体免受剧烈体育活动引发的氧化应激方面起着关键作用。通过清除自由基和减少氧化损伤，抗氧化剂可以提高运动耐力、促进恢复并支持免疫功能。此外，植物多糖与抗氧化剂在肠道微生物群中的相互作用可对整体健康和表现产生协同效应。本综述全面概述了当前关于植物多糖和抗氧化剂与运动表现及肠道健康相关的研究。
