Ethics in Medicine

Antioxidants prevent health-promoting effects of physical exercise in humans

Kristen Sparrow • June 23, 2019

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I’m becoming more aware of the anti-aging “movement” out there that subscribes to various biohacks to promote brain health and overall longevity.  One such hack which I always dismiss out of hand is the taking of Metformin.  My general philosophy is to try to achieve things naturally since pills invariably have unintended consequences.  Vitamins also, I’ve been a bit wary of, and in this article from a decade ago indicates that Vitamin C and Vitamin E can counteract the benefits of exercising.  I don’t happen to take either, but fascinating still.  I’ll talk about Metformin next.
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Antioxidants prevent health-promoting effects of physical exercise in humans