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Optimal Gut Health & the Fitness Connection with Dr. Sara Campbell

Optimal Protein Podcast with Vanessa Spina

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Effects of Exercise on Mitochondria: Antibiotics and Reduced Function

This chapter discusses the effects of administering antibiotics during exercise training on mitochondrial function. The study found that antibiotics significantly reduced markers of mitochondrial function and suppressed the stimulators of mitochondrial biogenesis, suggesting that antibiotics can blunt the mitochondrial response to exercise. The chapter also explores the interconnectedness between the microbiome and the mitochondria, highlighting the importance of a thriving gut microbiome for optimal athletic performance.

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