4. Conclusions
In this study, we showed that the administration of a lyophilized black chokeberry extract, which possesses strong antioxidant activity, leads to an increase in the serum TAC and IL-10 levels and a decrease in IL-6 levels during the recovery period after maximal aerobic testing. Hence, the consumption of a lyophilizate of natural black chokeberry extract may result in beneficial effects, reducing the consequences of an intensive training load. The presented findings justify the use of lyophilized black chokeberry extract as a dietary supplement for athletes undergoing MAE, and can be a starting point for considering its use to enrich the dietary patterns of populations other than athletes.