The effects of cocoa flavanols on indices of muscle recovery and exercise performance: a narrative review

The effects of cocoa flavanols on indices of muscle recovery and exercise performance: a narrative review

Abstract Exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD) is associated with oxidative stress and inflammation, muscle soreness, and reductions in muscle function. Cocoa flavanols (CF) are (poly)phenols with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects and thus may attenuate symptoms of EIMD. The purpose of this...

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Main Authors: Liam D. Corr, Adam Field, Deborah Pufal, Tom Clifford, Liam D. Harper, Robert J. Naughton
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-08-01
Series:BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation
Subjects:
Dark chocolate
Muscle damage
Fatigue
Muscle function
Oxidative stress
Inflammation
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13102-021-00319-8

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13102-021-00319-8

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