Fig. 2

Data represents the mean (SD) values for hepcidin (a), myoglobin (b) and iron (Fe) (c) levels during exercise tests performed before and after the supplementation (mean ± SD). Note: Fe = iron; - SUPL = supplemented group;
- PLA = placebo group; B = baseline; Ex = immediately after the exercise; R = after a 1-day recovery; † − significantly different compared to baseline level