Flavanol-Rich Cacao Mucilage Juice Enhances Recovery of Power but Not Strength from Intensive Exercise in Healthy, Young Men

(1) Background: Mucilage within cacao pods contains high levels of polyphenols. We investigated whether consumption of cacao juice enhances the recovery of muscle function following intensive knee extension exercise. (2) Methods: Ten recreationally active males completed two trials of 10 sets of 10...

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Main Authors: Paul T. Morgan, Paola M. Wollman, Sarah R. Jackman, Joanna L. Bowtell
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-11-01
Series:Sports
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4663/6/4/159