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How hydration affects performance AND muscle, the many benefits of garlic, and two popular supplements that may counteract each other

  • Recent study questions the traditional belief that minor dehydration significantly impairs performance, suggesting methodological flaws in earlier research.
  • Mild dehydration was found to not affect performance when thermoregulation was aided and hydration status was blinded.
  • Long-term hydration is still crucial for optimal health, as dehydration affects protein synthesis negatively by increasing Angiotensin II, which inhibits IGF-1.
  • Garlic not only enhances flavor but also improves cholesterol levels, boosts nitric oxide production, and significantly reduces the frequency of common colds.
  • There's a complex interaction between caffeine and creatine; while caffeine may negate some muscular benefits of creatine, they may enhance performance together in high-intensity running.
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