Evaluating the impact of three dosages of royal jelly supplement on malondialdehyde levels and pain intensity following high-intensity weight training

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the effects of ingesting royal jelly at doses of 1500 mg, 3000 mg, and 4500 mg after 48 hours of high-intensity weight training on malondialdehyde (MDA) levels and pain intensity measured by visual analog scale (VAS). A total of 16 participants were randomly assigned to four groups: placebo, 1500 mg, 3000 mg, and 4500 mg of royal jelly sports gel. Blood samples were collected before and after the intervention to measure MDA levels, and pain intensity was assessed using VAS. The results demonstrated a significant reduction in MDA levels in the 4500 mg royal jelly group compared to the placebo group. In terms of pain intensity, the 4500 mg royal jelly group also exhibited a significant decrease compared to the placebo group, while no significant changes were observed in the 1500 mg and 3000 mg groups. These findings suggest that the consumption of royal jelly sports gel at a dosage of 4500 mg may have a positive impact on reducing oxidative stress and pain intensity after high-intensity weight training. Further research is warranted to explore the potential mechanisms and optimal dosages of royal jelly in enhancing recovery from exercise-induced muscle damage.