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Carbohydrate-Protein Intake and Recovery from Endurance Exercise
Carbohydrate and protein intake and recovery after endurance exercise: is chocolate milk effective?
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Abstract
Postexercise carbohydrate and protein coingestion may augment recovery from heavy aerobic exercise.
- Carbohydrate and protein beverages, including chocolate milk, are associated with enhanced exercise performance compared to carbohydrate-only beverages in some studies.
- Inconsistencies exist in the literature regarding the effects of carbohydrate and protein coingestion on recovery factors such as glycogen resynthesis and muscle disruption.
- The mechanisms behind the potential benefits of carbohydrate and protein coingestion remain unclear.
- Current evidence suggests that these beverages may positively influence recovery under certain exercise conditions.
- Chocolate milk is likely a beneficial recovery option for lactose-tolerant endurance athletes.
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