The Efficacy of Chlorella Supplementation on Health and Performance Following a 12-week Training Programme
Sedentary, Overweight
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Sedentary
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Aged 18-50 Classified a sedentary (<30 minutes of moderate intensity exercise for <3 days per week for 3 months) and/or overweight (BMI = 25 +) Be willing to complete a 12-week training programme Exclusion Criteria: Individuals taking blood thinners. Known allergies to algae/mould and iodine. Taking immunosuppressant medication Regularly ingesting algae Smokers
Sites / Locations
- University Colllege London (ISEH)Recruiting
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Arm 3
Arm 4
Experimental
Experimental
Placebo Comparator
Placebo Comparator
Chlorella Supplementation and Exercise
Chlorella Supplementation
Placebo Supplementation and Exercise
Placebo Supplementation
Supplementation with Chlorella (1.5 g/d) with a physical exercise program for 12 weeks
Supplementation with Chlorella (1.5 g/d) only for 12 weeks. No exercise programme
Supplementation with Placebo - microcrystalline cellulose (1.5 g/d) with a physical exercise program for 12 weeks
Supplementation with Placebo - microcrystalline cellulose (1.5 g/d) only for 12 weeks. No exercise programme