Impact of Astaxanthin on Cognition in Recreationally Active Females
University of North Alabama
Summary
The purpose of this study is to examine the protentional that the antioxidant Astaxanthin has on mitigating cognitive decline following mental fatigue.
Description
Dietary supplements are used in all levels of sports to impact various areas of athletic performance. Prolonged physical activity or cognitive engagement, which is a part of the competition, can increase mental fatigue (MF) such that the athlete begins to experience impaired decision-making skills and slower reaction times, resulting in a less-than-optimal athlete by the end of the competition. Thus, identifying interventions that may preserve an individual's ability to perform following a state of MF would interest individuals often engaged in competition or training. Astaxanthin (AX) is a n…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18–39 years
- Sex
- Female
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: * The participant population will be healthy, recreationally active females between the ages of 18-39 without any medical conditions. To be deemed recreationally active, they must meet the World Health Organization minimum activity guidelines of completing at least 150 to 300 min moderate-intensity activity or 75-150 min of vigorous-intensity activity a week, plus muscle-strengthening activities 2 or more days a week. * Adult females with a stable body weight (± 5 lbs.) for 2 months * Adult females with a normal menstrual cycle * Adult females not on a low-carb, high-fat d…
Interventions
- Dietary SupplementAstaxanthin
Manufactured by AstaReal Inc
- Dietary SupplementPlacebo
Manufactured by AstaReal Inc
Location
- University of North AlabamaFlorence, Alabama