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Effects of Intensive Periodized Training with Multi-Strain Probiotic Supplements on Training Adaptation and Exercise Performance in Amateur Runners.

Journal of the American Nutrition Association·July 1, 2026·PMID 42384751

Why it matters

For clinicians managing active patients, this study suggests probiotics may mitigate some negative physiological and psychological responses to high training loads, potentially supporting recovery and mental well-being without impairing performance gains.

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