麻豆果冻鈥檚 Exercise Science/Physiology Program was awarded a $248,000 grant by to conduct a study relating to the use of probiotics and physical exercise. Kent State faculty and students are interested in combating heat-caused complications during exercise, such as heat stroke and heat exhaustion.
Under the direction of Ellen Glickman, Ph.D., and Adam Jajtner, Ph.D., exercise science/physiology faculty members in Kent State鈥檚 College of Education, Health and Human Services, undergraduate and graduate students in the program will examine whether supplementation with a probiotic-containing beverage is protective during exercise in a hot environment through a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
鈥淧rimary outcomes include multiple indices of physical performance during heat stress and recovery, including endurance, power and strength,鈥� Dr. Glickman said. 鈥淪econdary outcomes include psychological status and cognitive function during these same periods. A subset of individuals will provide biological samples to clarify possible mechanisms, including inflammatory markers.鈥�
The i-Health grant will help to cover lab use, sampling, measurement and disposal of items related to this experiment. Founded in 2011, i-Health is a consumer-packaged goods company that focuses on helping people enhance their personal wellness.
For more information about Kent State鈥檚 Exercise Science/Physiology Program, visit www.kent.edu/ehhs/exph.
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Media Contacts:
Ellen Glickman, eglickma@kent.edu, 330-672-2930
Emily Vincent, evincen2@kent.edu, 330-672-8595
