‘AAF risk’: Herbal supplements put India’s Asian Games athletes under scanner

The Athletics Integrity Unit is stepping up its game with random checks on elite Indian athletes. Experts warn that the use of certain herbal supplements, notably Ashwagandha and Shilajit, may result in unfavorable test results. Many athletes neglect to report their consumption of these unregulated supplements, raising alarms about doping practices. This rigorous examination reveals deeper concerns within India’s doping regulation and athletics testing protocols.

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