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Can Supplements Help You Train in the Heat?

Outside · April 24, 2026

Berberine, curcumin, and blackcurrant may influence indirect markers such as heart rate, inflammation, or blood-vessel function, but the evidence is still small and controlled. My central point was practical: hydration, acclimatization, pacing, and heat-safety planning matter far more than any supplement.