Effect of tangeretin supplements on simulated precompetition weight loss in female combat sports athletes

Weight reduction before competition has long been a major challenge for combat-sports athletes. Unscientific weight-loss practices not only increase the risk of hormonal imbalance, electrolyte disturbance, and impaired immune function but also compromise athletic capacities such as aerobic and anaerobic performance and explosive power. This study investigated the potential benefits of tangeretin, a natural citrus extract, on athletic performance. These benefits include the regulation of hormone secretion, the optimization of carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, and the promotion of muscle synthesis and lipid utilization, which may help athletes reach their target weight.