This study demonstrates that the ingestion of a blueberry smoothie prior to and after EIMD accelerates recovery of muscle peak isometric strength. This effect, although independent of the beverage's inherent antioxidant capacity, appears to involve an up-regulation of adaptive processes, i.e. endogenous antioxidant processes, activated by the combined actions of the eccentric exercise and blueberry consumption. These findings may benefit the sporting community who should consider dietary interventions that specifically target health and performance adaptation.

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Health conditions analyzed in this study

Muscle Soreness

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Oxidative Damage

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Functions related to this study

Antioxidant potential

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Muscle building

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Body systems related to this study

Muscular System

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Overall Systems

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