Effect of Cocoa Products and Its Polyphenolic Constituents on Exercise Performance and Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage and Inflammation: A Review of Clinical Trials
In recent years, the consumption of chocolate and, in particular, dark chocolate has been “rehabilitated” due to its high content of cocoa antioxidant polyphenols. Although it is recognized that regular exercise improves energy metabolism and muscle performance, excessive or unac...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2019-06-01
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Series: | Nutrients |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/11/7/1471 |