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Bioactive Peptides From the Fava Bean: The Future of Muscular Health?

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g per day of these bioactive fava bean peptides showed improved muscle strength recovery and muscle synthesis and reduced muscle fatigue as compared to a control placebo group. Muscle strength recovery, as PTBW, was measured at 48 and 72 hours post-DOMS induction.

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Is There a Link Between Magnesium Status and Healthy Cognition?

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Correct assessment of magnesium status may be challenging due to its high rate of storage in tissues and bones. Supplementation with magnesium was also shown to help support exercise-related fatigue and muscle strength. It is found in leafy greens , legumes, nuts, seeds, and whole grains.

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Randomized Controlled Trial Investigates PeptiStrongâ„¢ Supplementation on Muscle Strength Recovery & Restoration After Resistance Exercise

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Muscle mass is an important modifiable lifestyle habit essential for proper metabolic, cardiovascular, and neurological function. Therefore, strategies to support normal muscle restoration after resistance training while promoting muscle strength may help promote homeostasis. Proteins may be consumed as amino acids (e.g.,

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Clinical Trial Compares Vicia faba Peptides to Milk Protein in Promoting Muscle Protein Synthesis During Remobilization

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Muscle strength was measured as one-legged knee extension and leg press strength using one-repetition maximum (1RM), which refers to the maximum amount of weight an individual can lift for one repetition of a given exercise using proper technique.