Comparison of the Effects of Prebiotics and Synbiotics Supplementation on the Immune Function of Male University Football Players

Zhang, Lufang; Xiao, Hui; Zhao, Li; Liu, Zeting; Chen, Lanmu; Liu, Chenzhe

doi:10.3390/nu15051158

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“…The speed and grade started at 2.7 km/h and 10%, respectively, and were increased every 3 min until the participant developed volitional fatigue. The test would terminate when the participant reached the following criteria (at least three) 19 , 20 : (1) with workload rising, VO 2 was no longer rising or rose less than 2 ml/kg/min; (2) maximal heart rate reached age-predicted maximum heart rate: 220-age; (3) respiratory exchange ratio (RER) > 1.15; (4) rating of perceived exertion (RPE) ≥ 18. Oxygen uptake output was based on breath-by-breath analysis.…”

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Acute interval running induces greater excess post-exercise oxygen consumption and lipid oxidation than isocaloric continuous running in men with obesity

Jiang,

Zhang,

Wang

et al. 2024

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Studies seem to show that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a more time-efficient protocol for weight loss, compared with moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT). Our aim was to compare the acute effects of energy expenditure (EE) matched HIIT vs. MICT on excess post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC) and substrate metabolism in male college students with obesity. Twenty-one untrained male college students (age, 22 ± 3 years; body fat, 28.4 ± 4.5%) completed two acute interventions (~ 300 kcal) on a treadmill in a randomized order: (1) HIIT: 3 min bouts at 90% of maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max) with 2 min of recovery at 25% of VO2max; (2) MICT: 60% of VO2max continuous training. EPOC and substrate metabolism were measured by indirect calorimetry during and 30 min after exercise. Results showed that EPOC was higher after HIIT (66.20 ± 14.36 kcal) compared to MICT (53.91 ± 12.63 kcal, p = 0.045), especially in the first 10 min after exercise (HIIT: 45.91 ± 9.64 kcal and MICT: 34.39 ± 7.22 kcal, p = 0.041). Lipid oxidation rate was higher after HIIT (1.01 ± 0.43 mg/kg/min) compared to MICT (0.76 ± 0.46 mg/kg/min, p = 0.003). Moreover, the percentage of energy from lipid was higher after HIIT (37.94 ± 14.21%) compared to MICT (30.09 ± 13.54%, p = 0.020). We conclude that HIIT results in greater total EE and EPOC, as well as higher percentage of energy from lipid during EPOC than EE matched MICT in male college students with obesity.

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Acute interval running induces greater excess post-exercise oxygen consumption and lipid oxidation than isocaloric continuous running in men with obesity

Jiang,

Zhang,

Wang

et al. 2024

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“…In contrast, a study compared the effects of long-term (6 weeks) prebiotic and synbiotic supplementation on the immune function of male football players after daily high-intensity training and a one-time strenuous exercise, finding that supplementation with synbiotics is better than with prebiotics at improving immune function by reducing the incidence of URTI and increasing the SIgA level. Results also showed that synbiotics could reverse the detrimental outcomes of one-time strenuous exercise [ 135 ]. Moreover, a triple-blinded study conducted by Quero et al revealed that professional soccer players administered synbiotics ( Bifidobacterium lactis CBP001010, Lactobacillus rhamnosus CNCM I-4036, Bifidobacterium longum ES1, and fructo-oligosaccharides) exhibited markedly improved anxiety, stress, and sleep quality [ 100 ].…”

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Dietary Strategies to Improve Exercise Performance by Modulating the Gut Microbiota

Zhang,

Li,

Song

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Numerous research studies have shown that moderate physical exercise exerts positive effects on gastrointestinal tract health and increases the variety and relative number of beneficial microorganisms in the intestinal microbiota. Increasingly, studies have shown that the gut microbiota is critical for energy metabolism, immunological response, oxidative stress, skeletal muscle metabolism, and the regulation of the neuroendocrine system, which are significant for the physiological function of exercise. Dietary modulation targeting the gut microbiota is an effective prescription for improving exercise performance and alleviating exercise fatigue. This article discusses the connection between exercise and the makeup of the gut microbiota, as well as the detrimental effects of excessive exercise on gut health. Herein, we elaborate on the possible mechanism of the gut microbiota in improving exercise performance, which involves enhancing skeletal muscle function, reducing oxidative stress, and regulating the neuroendocrine system. The effects of dietary nutrition strategies and probiotic supplementation on exercise from the perspective of the gut microbiota are also discussed in this paper. A deeper understanding of the potential mechanism by which the gut microbiota exerts positive effects on exercise and dietary nutrition recommendations targeting the gut microbiota is significant for improving exercise performance. However, further investigation is required to fully comprehend the intricate mechanisms at work.

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“…In humans, Hadzic et al [56] found that 17 g/day of soluble dietary fiber during a 4-week period improved the rating of perceived exertion but had no effect on neuromuscular and cardiovascular endurance. Zhang et al [57] verified the effect of prebiotic supplementation against synbiotic (a mixture comprising live microorganisms and substrate (s) selectively utilized by host microorganisms that confers a health benefit on the host [58]) supplementation on exercise and immune-related parameters. The V ˙O2max did not differ within and between groups, but both prebiotic and symbiotic supplements decreased IL-4, IL-10, and transforming growth factor-b1.…”

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The interplay between gut microbiome and physical exercise in athletes

Quaresma,

Mancin,

Paoli

et al. 2024

Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition &Amp; Metabolic Care

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Purpose of review The gut microbiome regulates several health and disease-related processes. However, the potential bidirectional relationship between the gut microbiome and physical exercise remains uncertain. Here, we review the evidence related to the gut microbiome in athletes. Recent findings The effect of physical exercise on the intestinal microbiome and intestinal epithelial cells depends on the type, volume, and intensity of the activity. Strenuous exercise negatively impacts the intestinal microbiome, but adequate training and dietary planning could mitigate these effects. An increase in short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) concentrations can modulate signaling pathways in skeletal muscle, contributing to greater metabolic efficiency, preserving muscle glycogen, and consequently optimizing physical performance and recovery. Furthermore, higher SCFAs concentrations appear to lower inflammatory response, consequently preventing an exacerbated immune response and reducing the risk of infections among athletes. Regarding dietary interventions, the optimal diet composition for targeting the athlete's microbiome is not yet known. Likewise, the benefits or harms of using probiotics, synbiotics, and postbiotics are not well established, whereas prebiotics appear to optimize SCFAs production. Summary The intestinal microbiome plays an important role in modulating health, performance, and recovery in athletes. SCFAs appear to be the main intestinal metabolite related to these effects. Nutritional strategies focusing on the intestinal microbiome need to be developed and tested in well controlled clinical trials.

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Comparison of the Effects of Prebiotics and Synbiotics Supplementation on the Immune Function of Male University Football Players

Cited by 6 publications

References 48 publications

Acute interval running induces greater excess post-exercise oxygen consumption and lipid oxidation than isocaloric continuous running in men with obesity

Acute interval running induces greater excess post-exercise oxygen consumption and lipid oxidation than isocaloric continuous running in men with obesity

Dietary Strategies to Improve Exercise Performance by Modulating the Gut Microbiota

The interplay between gut microbiome and physical exercise in athletes

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