Cherry Juice - Shown to Help with Post Workout Muscle Soreness
( Proper Supplementation & Overall Healthy Nutritional Choices Research )
After a hard workout, microscopic tears in muscle fibers spur inflammation, resulting in soreness. A recent study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that drinking unsweetened cherry juice relieved exercise- induced muscle soreness. But while cheuy juice may be helpful,
is not a magic bullet. A balanced diet is still the best strategy for minimizing postworkout soreness because it provides a host of healing compounds, including protein, potassium and vitamin C.
Several other food substances stand out for their anti-inflammatory properties - omega-3
fats (found in fatty fish such as salmon, fortified eggs and supplements); olive oil, which contains oleocanthal (a substance that mimics the effects of ibuprofen and is the basis of Advil and Motrin); fiber; and vitamin D (found primarily in milk).
Including them in your diet daily can ease post- workout inflammation. If you feel pain after working out, however, it could be an indication of deeper muscle or joint damage and you should seek medical attention.
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