These data suggest that vitamin C supplementation can decrease postexercise cortisol in individuals performing exercise similar to that of a half-marathon or marathon in hot conditions. However, no changes in s-IgA and URTI were evident, possibly due to previous moderate training and reduced physical and psychological stress compared with athletes participating in ultramarathons.

Vitamin C

Health conditions analyzed in this study

Functions related to this study

Heart health

1 supplement Slightly Negative Vitamin C

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Body systems related to this study

Cardiovascular System

1 supplement Vitamin C