Abstract
3,4-Dihydroxycinnamic acid (3,4-DA) is a natural compound with high antioxidant potential found in various foods. This study found that animals administered with 3,4-DA had higher exercise tolerance, reduced blood lactate, and markers of hepatic oxidation. Blood glucose and antioxidant enzymes were not affected by this treatment. 3,4-DA may have applicability in reducing the fatigue associated with exercise.
MeSH terms
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Administration, Oral
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Animals
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Antioxidants / administration & dosage*
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Blood Glucose / analysis
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Caffeic Acids / administration & dosage*
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Exercise Tolerance / drug effects*
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Exercise Tolerance / physiology
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Fatigue / metabolism
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Fatigue / prevention & control*
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Lactates / blood
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Liver / drug effects
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Liver / metabolism
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Male
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Oxidative Stress / drug effects
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Physical Conditioning, Animal
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Rats
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Rats, Wistar
Substances
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Antioxidants
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Blood Glucose
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Caffeic Acids
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Lactates
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caffeic acid