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Carbohydrate Mouth Rinsing and Cognitive Response During Exercise

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Exercise Performance of Fit Athletes
Registration Number
NCT07099807
Lead Sponsor
CHA University
Brief Summary

This study investigates whether rinsing the mouth with a carbohydrate solution can improve brain oxygenation and cognitive function during high-intensity exercise. Eleven trained cyclists participated in multiple exercise sessions under different mouth rinse conditions. Brain oxygenation, perceived exertion, and cognitive performance were measured. The goal is to understand if this simple technique can support both physical and mental performance during demanding exercise.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
11
Inclusion Criteria
  • Aged between 20 and 30 years
  • Engaged in regular cycling training (≥5 sessions per week, ~4 hours per day)
  • No known cardiovascular, neurological, or metabolic diseases
  • Provided written informed consent
Exclusion Criteria
  • Current use of medication affecting cardiovascular or cognitive function
  • Recent musculoskeletal injuries that affect cycling ability
  • Smoking or excessive alcohol consumption
  • Refusal or inability to comply with study procedures

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
CROSSOVER
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Changes in prefrontal cortex oxygenation (ΔO2Hb)Immediately post-intervention and post-time trial (within same day)
Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

CHA University, Human Performance Lab

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Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea, Republic of

CHA University, Human Performance Lab
🇰🇷Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea, Republic of

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