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The Athlete-Antioxidant Debate
Posted by Superberries.com on 3/25/2015 to Health Tips
Vitamin C is an antioxidant found in most citrus fruits and can also be taken as a dietary supplement. It has been widely accepted as a preventative measure against colds and flu, and more recently, research has shown to possess effective anti-inflammatory properties as well. The aronia berry, also known as the “superberry” contains high levels of both vitamin C and E, and is also a good source of iron and beta-carotene.
While vitamin C and E are great for preventing cellular breakdown, it is debatable whether they help increase athletic performance, prevent muscle fatigue or cell damage. In a study that tested the effects of vitamin C and E on lipid oxidation in ultra-marathon runners, those who took vitamin E supplements for six weeks had lower levels of lipid oxidation at the end of a 50K race than those who did not. But there was no significant difference for those runners who supplemented with vitamin C.
During a race, marathon runners have high levels of whole body oxygen consumption at the cellular level and tend to exhibit symptoms similar to heart attacks, strokes, and other medical conditions. A study by the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that while supplementing with vitamin E and C showed while there was no significant difference in levels of high-performance athletes, lower levels of lipid oxidation occurred during normal exercise.
Most high-performance athletes are on special diets and have very specific dietary needs. If you’re just looking to go for a run to stay healthy, reduce your lipid oxidation levels by adding foods high in antioxidants like the aronia berry to your diet.