Effect of cocoa rich in procyanidins chronic consumption in plasma and fecal metabolome after session of acute exercise

Abstract

The performance of strenuous or vigorous exercise leads to health benefits but also produces an increase in oxidative stress, production of inflammatory cytokines, muscle damage and increased of intestinal permeability. Cocoa is a good dietary supplement because is a great source of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds that also increases those bacterial populations that reinforce the intestinal wall.