Multidisciplinary perspectives on mechanisms of activity of popular immune-enhancing herbal supplements used by athletes
Abstract
This paper examines cellular and molecular mechanisms that may underpin the purported effects of five herbal supplements in the context of athlete immune function. Ginseng and echinacea are used frequently by athletes, whereas astragalus and elderberry are used infrequently and pequi is just emerging as a possible supplement. In vivo studies of these products on athlete immune function have yielded heterogeneous results, likely due to...
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Title
Multidisciplinary perspectives on mechanisms of activity of popular immune-enhancing herbal supplements used by athletes
Published Date
Mar 31, 2012
Journal
Volume
8
Issue
1
Pages
78 - 100
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