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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Main Authors: Massaro Marika, Egeria Scoditti, Maria Annunziata Carluccio, Antonia Kaltsatou, Antonio Cicchella
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-06-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/11/7/1471