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Preworkout Supplements for Enhanced Cognition
Understanding the influence of nutritional supplements on exercise performance and cognitive function is valuable for athletes seeking an edge in their training and competition. This study explores the individual and combined effects of creatine and caffeine, two popular ingredients in pre-workout supplements. Study Design A randomized, double-blind, crossover trial was conducted. It included twelve resistance-trained male athletes who underwent a series of performance tests and cognitive assessments. The participants were divided into four groups, receiving either a placebo, creatine, caffeine, or a combination of both over a seven-day period. Before and after supplementation, participants’ exercise performance was evaluated through standard resistance exercises and anaerobic tests. Cognitive function was measured using…
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This Supplement Enhances Adaptation to High Altitude
Today, we delve into the fascinating world of human physiology under extreme conditions. Specifically, we discuss recent findings from a new clinical study focused on electrophysiological changes during high-altitude acclimatization and how Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) supplements may influence this process. If you’re intrigued by how our bodies adapt to high altitudes, and the potential role of supplements in that adaptation, keep reading! Study Design The new study, titled “Effect of ubiquinol on electrophysiology during high-altitude acclimatization and de-acclimatization,” is a randomized clinical trial. Forty-one participants underwent tests to measure their heart’s electrical activity (electrophysiology) before and after exposure to high altitude, while receiving either CoQ10 or a placebo. The purpose? To…