Delfan, M., Zeidi, A. H. N., Kashani, F. R., Zeynali, F., Juybari, R. A., Rahimpour, M., Willems, M. E. T., Saeidi, A. and Zouhal, H. (2026) Combined high-intensity interval training and Spirulina supplementation synergistically improve inflammatory and lipid-associated biomarkers in men with obesity. Nutrition Research. pp. 1-46. ISSN 0271-5317 (In Press)
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Abstract
The present research assessed the efficacy of 12-week high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and blue-green algae (Spirulina) consumption on pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory factors (Dectin-1, IL-1β, and IL-10), along with lipid-associated signaling elements (ApoM and S1P) in obesity. We hypothesized that 12-week intervention combining HIIT and Spirulina consumption will demonstrate superior efficacy than HIIT or Spirulina alone on plasma concentrations of pro- and anti-inflammatory factors and lipid-associated signaling molecules in men with obesity. Sixty-four men with obesity (BMI ≥ 30 kg/m², 20-35 years) were randomly allocated to four treatment groups: control placebo (CP), blue-algae (BA), HIIT + placebo (HIIT+P), or HIIT + blue-algae (HIIT+BA). The treatment consisted of three weekly sessions of HIIT protocols, daily intake of 6 grams of capsulated Spirulina, or simultaneous implementation of both interventions. Plasma biomarkers (Dectin-1, IL-1β, IL-10, ApoM, and S1P), anthropometric measurements, cardiorespiratory assessments, and lipid profiles were examined at baseline and after the 12-week intervention. Statistical analyses demonstrated an elevation in plasma concentrations of IL-10 and ApoM, along with a reduction in concentrations of IL-1β in the BA, HIIT+P, and HIIT+BA groups (p < 0.05), with the most pronounced changes observed in the HIIT+BA. Also, an increase in S1P concentrations was observed in the HIIT+P and HIIT+BA groups (p = 0.03, p = 0.003, respectively). A decrease in Dectin-1 concentrations post-intervention was found only in the HIIT+BA group (p = 0.03). In conclusion, while HIIT and/or Spirulina have shown potential for targeting lipid- and inflammation-associated markers in obesity, combining these interventions demonstrates superior efficacy for certain parameters
| Publication Type: | Articles |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | adipose tissue, chronic disease, metabolic disorders, blue-green algae, physical activity |
| Subjects: | G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GV Recreation Leisure > GV201 Physical education and training Q Science > QP Physiology Q Science > QR Microbiology Q Science > QR Microbiology > QR180 Immunology R Medicine > R Medicine (General) |
| Divisions: | Academic Areas > Institute of Sport Research Entities > Centre for Health and Allied Sport and Exercise Science Research (CHASER) |
| SWORD Depositor: | Publications Router Jisc |
| Depositing User: | Publications Router Jisc |
| Date Deposited: | 04 Mar 2026 09:03 |
| Last Modified: | 04 Mar 2026 09:07 |
| URI: | https://eprints.chi.ac.uk/id/eprint/8526 |
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