Zhang Xiaofeng, Zhong Yuanfu, Rajabi Sogand
Yinchuan University of Energy, Yinchuan, 750105, Ningxia, China.
School of Sports and Health Sciences, Xiangsihu College of Guangxi Minzu University, Nanning, 530000, Guangxi, China.
Eur J Med Res. 2025 Apr 9;30(1):260. doi: 10.1186/s40001-025-02506-6.
Recent research highlights the significant role of polyphenols in alleviating post-exercise muscle damage, thus positioning them as a valuable nutritional strategy for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Polyphenols, naturally occurring bioactive compounds abundant in fruits, vegetables, tea, wine, and other plant-based foods, are recognized for their potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This dual mechanism is critical for combating oxidative stress and inflammation-two factors that intensify during vigorous physical activity and contribute to muscle soreness and damage. Among various polyphenols, compounds like quercetin have particularly emerged as effective agents for promoting muscle recovery and enhancing exercise performance. These protective effects are facilitated through several mechanisms, including the modulation of inflammatory pathways, acceleration of muscle repair processes, and enhancement of mitochondrial function, all of which bolster overall muscle health. As ongoing studies yield deeper insights, the potential of polyphenols to enhance athletic performance and overall health will become increasingly substantiated, leading towards their strategic incorporation into exercise nutrition protocols. Therefore, we reviewed relevant studies in order to show how efficient polyphenols can be in reducing muscle fatigue and damage and what are the exact mechanisms.
近期研究凸显了多酚类物质在减轻运动后肌肉损伤方面的重要作用，从而使其成为运动员和健身爱好者的一种有价值的营养策略。多酚类物质是水果、蔬菜、茶、葡萄酒及其他植物性食物中天然存在的生物活性化合物，因其强大的抗氧化和抗炎特性而闻名。这种双重机制对于对抗氧化应激和炎症至关重要，氧化应激和炎症这两个因素在剧烈运动时会加剧，并导致肌肉酸痛和损伤。在各种多酚类物质中，槲皮素等化合物已特别成为促进肌肉恢复和提高运动表现的有效物质。这些保护作用通过多种机制实现，包括调节炎症途径、加速肌肉修复过程以及增强线粒体功能，所有这些都有助于整体肌肉健康。随着正在进行的研究产生更深入的见解，多酚类物质增强运动表现和整体健康的潜力将得到越来越多的证实，从而促使它们被战略性地纳入运动营养方案。因此，我们回顾了相关研究，以展示多酚类物质在减轻肌肉疲劳和损伤方面的效果如何，以及确切的作用机制是什么。
