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Pérez-Bosque A, Dietary plasma protein supplements prevent the release of mucosal proinflammatory mediators in intestinal inflammation in rats. J Nutr. 2010 Jan;140(1):25-30. Epub 2009 Nov 18.

Pérez-Bosque A, Dietary plasma protein affects the immune response of weaned rats challenged with S. aureus Superantigen B. J Nutr. 2004 Oct;134(10):2667-72.

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Khaki, Arash; Fathiazad, Fatemeh; Nouri, Mohammad; Khaki, Amir Afshin; Ozanci, Chelar C; Ghafari-Novin, Marefat & Hamadeh, Mohammad. The effects of Ginger on spermatogenesis and sperm parameters of rat. Iranian Journal of Reproductive Medicine. 2009 7(1):7-12.

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Robbins, D. W., et al. Effects of agonist-antagonist complex resistance training on upper body strength and power development. Journal of Sports Sciences 27(14): 1617-1625, 2009.

Maxing Out

Invergo, J. J., et al. Relationship of push-ups and absolute muscular endurance to bench press strength. Journal of Applied Sport Science Research 5(3): 121-125, 1991.

Kim, P. S., et al. A modified YMCA bench press test as a predictor of 1 repetition maximum bench press strength. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research 16(3):440-445, 2002.

Superspeed Principle

Mazzetti, S., et al. Effect of explosive versus slow contractions and exercise intensity on energy expenditure. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise 39(8):1291-1301, 2007.

Munn, J., et al. Resistance training for strength: Effect of number of sets and contraction speed. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise 37(9): 1622-1626, 2005.

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Mero AA, Ojala T, Hulmi JJ, Puurtinen R, Karila TA, Seppala T. Effects of alfa-hydroxy-isocaproic acid on body composition, DOMS and performance in athletes. J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2010 Jan 5;7(1):1. [Epub ahead of print]

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21 Best Foods

[1] Ponnampalam EN et al. Effect of feeding systems on omega-3 fatty acids, conjugated linoleic acid and trans fatty acids in Australian beef cuts: potential impact on human health. Asia Pac J Clin Nutr. 2006;15(1):21-9. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16500874?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=3&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

Cordain L et al. Fatty acid analysis of wild ruminant tissues: evolutionary implications for reducing diet-related chronic disease. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2002 Mar;56(3):181-91. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11960292?itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum&ordinalpos=16

[2] Micallef M et al. Plasma n-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids are negatively associated with obesity. Br J Nutr. 2009 Nov;102(9):1370-4. Epub 2009 May 19. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19454127?itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum&ordinalpos=18

Buckley JD et al. Anti-obesity effects of long-chain omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids. Obes Rev. 2009 Nov;10(6):648-59. Epub 2009 May 12. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19460115?itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum&ordinalpos=17

[4] Williams CM et al. Blueberry-induced changes in spatial working memory correlate with changes in hippocampal CREB phosphorylation and brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels. Free Radic Biol Med. 2008 Aug 1;45(3):295-305. Epub 2008 May 5.

[5] Wolfe, K.L. et al. Cellular antioxidant activity of common fruits. J Agric Food Chem. 2008 Sep 24;56(18):8418-26.

[6] Quercetin and Exercise http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_86229.html

[7] Davis JM et al. Quercetin reduces susceptibility to influenza infection following stressful exercise. Am J Physiol Regul Integr Comp Physiol. 2008 Aug;295(2):R505-9. Epub 2008 Jun 25. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18579649

[8] Tsao R et al. Polyphenolic profiles in eight apple cultivars using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). J Agric Food Chem. 2003 Oct 8;51(21):6347-53. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/14518966?itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum&ordinalpos=2 http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2005/05/050523234141.htm http://www.nutraingredients.com/Research/Red-Delicious-apples-packed-with-disease-fighting-antioxidants

[9]Vitamin C and carnitine Johnston CS et al. Marginal vitamin C status is associated with reduced fat oxidation during submaximal exercise in young adults. Nutr Metab (Lond). 2006 Aug 31;3:35. http://www.nutritionandmetabolism.com/content/3/1/35

[10] Majumder K et al. Angiotensin I converting enzyme inhibitory peptides from simulated in vitro gastrointestinal digestion of cooked eggs. J Agric Food Chem. 2009 Jan 28;57(2):471-7. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19154160

[11] Ballard KD et al. Acute ingestion of a novel whey-derived peptide improves vascular endothelial responses in healthy individuals: a randomized, placebo controlled trial. Nutr J. 2009 Jul 22;8:34. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19624856

[12] Beauchamp GK et al. Phytochemistry: ibuprofen-like activity in extra-virgin olive oil. Nature. 2005 Sep 1;437(7055):45-6. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16136122?itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum&ordinalpos=12

[13] Cicerale S et al. Influence of heat on biological activity and concentration of oleocanthal–a natural anti-inflammatory agent in virgin olive oil. J Agric Food Chem. 2009 Feb 25;57(4):1326-30. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19166297?itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum&ordinalpos=5

[14] Banel DK et al. Effects of walnut consumption on blood lipids and other cardiovascular risk factors: a meta-analysis and systematic review. Am J Clin Nutr. 2009 Jul;90(1):56-63. Epub 2009 May 20. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19458020

[15] Beck, T.W. et al. The acute effects of a caffeine-containing supplement on strength, muscular endurance, and anaerobic capabilities. J Strength Cond Res. 2006 Aug;20(3):506-10. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16937961?ordinalpos=2&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Maridakis V. et al. Caffeine attenuates delayed-onset muscle pain and force loss following eccentric exercise. J Pain. 2007 Mar;8(3):237-43. Epub 2006 Dec 11. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17161977?ordinalpos=2&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

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Quinoa
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Sprouted Bread Nutrition Facts
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Blueberries
http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/fruits-and-fruit-juices/1851/2?quantity=0.0

Apple
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Beef
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Canned Salmon
http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/finfish-and-shellfish-products/9242/2

Shrimp
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Chicken
http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/poultry-products/701/2

Broccoli
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Red pepper
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Spinach
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Potato
http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/vegetables-and-vegetable-products/2770/2

Greek Yogurt
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Cottage Cheese
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Eggs
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Whey Protein
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Beans
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Olive oil
http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/fats-and-oils/509/2

Walnuts
http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/nut-and-seed-products/3138/2

Chocolate
http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/sweets/10637/2

Wine
http://www.nutritiondata.com/facts/beverages/9200/2

Milk
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Coffee
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