July 2016 PMID 26129928

Vitamin C and E supplementation blunts increases in total lean body mass in elderly men after strength training.

T Bjørnsen, S Salvesen, S Berntsen, K J Hetlelid, T H Stea, H Lohne-Seiler, G Rohde, K Haraldstad, T Raastad, U Køpp, G Haugeberg, M A Mansoor, N E Bastani, R Blomhoff, S B Stølevik

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Several discussions emphasize the anti-inflammatory role of antioxidants and question their supplementation, with words like 'blunt,' 'reduce,' and 'interfere' highlighting concerns. The tone varies from scientific to personal, reflecting curiosity and skepticism, which collectively suggest a meaningful impact on opinions and behaviors surrounding muscle training and supplementation.

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Most discussions acknowledge the study's finding that antioxidant supplements can blunt muscle growth, indicating general agreement.

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The numerous mentions of implications for workout routines and supplements show high curiosity about the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants debate the effects of vitamin C and E, share personal opinions, and reference scientific studies, showing moderate depth of involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversation may influence how elderly individuals or athletes consider antioxidant supplements, slightly affecting public perceptions.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found that elderly men who took high doses of vitamin C and E during a 12-week strength training program experienced smaller gains in total lean body mass and muscle thickness compared to those who took a placebo.
  • Specifically, the placebo group showed more increase in muscle mass and rectus femoris thickness, indicating that antioxidant supplementation may interfere with muscle growth in elderly men.
  • Despite differences in some muscle gains, improvements in muscle strength (1RM) were similar across both groups, suggesting that antioxidants mainly affected muscle size rather than strength development.]

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What is the effect of vitamin C and E supplementation on muscle mass? 34 males (60–81 yrs) 2 groups: - Antioxidant group (500 mg of vitamin C and 117.5 mg vitamin E) - Placebo After 12 weeks, the⬆️in muscle thickness was larger in the placebo group https://t.co/7vKZxcX5sH https://t.co/rCsOXAZIAM

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Jorn Trommelen, PhD
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Anti-oxidants reduce muscle growth? High dose anti-oxidant supplementation may reduce the adaptive response to exercise. Full breakdown: https://t.co/q0gxXMdKyX Study: https://t.co/JlRR1VZlGx #antioxidants #musclegrowth #vitamins https://t.co/DbinhAKHF7

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Jorn Trommelen, PhD
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In conclusion, high-dose antioxidant supplementation may reduce the adaptive response to exercise. Study: https://t.co/rhnhjiFI7L 10/10 Did you find this useful? Please help promote the first tweet of the thread: https://t.co/sOvtJy79CM

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@Mangan150 Au contraire, more vitamine C decreases muscle growth: https://t.co/2MnzQN3x19 However, another studies contractions the findings.

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@Jozo_Grgic · X

What is the effect of vitamin C and E supplementation on muscle mass? 34 males (60–81 yrs) 2 groups: - Antioxidant group (500 mg of vitamin C and 117.5 mg vitamin E) - Placebo After 12 weeks, the⬆️in muscle thickness was larger in the placebo group https://t.co/7vKZxcX5sH https://t.co/rCsOXAZIAM

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https://t.co/ltnmtyShvo 운동 전 항산화제(비타민 C, E) 복용이 운동 후 근육 mass 형성에 영향을 준다. 운동 후 근형성에 적당한 oxidative stress가 있어야 하는데, 항산화제가 그걸 막아줘서 그런가봄.

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Jorn Trommelen, PhD
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In conclusion, high-dose antioxidant supplementation may reduce the adaptive response to exercise. Study: https://t.co/rhnhjiFI7L 10/10 Did you find this useful? Please help promote the first tweet of the thread: https://t.co/sOvtJy79CM

Feb 6, 2023 · 7 likes · 1 share · 7,622 followers View post →
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@Kanaria4526 · X

トレーニング前後の抗酸化物質摂取が筋肉の成長に影響するか調べた研究 抗酸化物質群はプラセボ群に比べて除脂肪体重の増加が低かった トレーニング前後の高用量の抗酸化物質の摂取は筋肉の成長に悪影響かも? https://t.co/2wMPgZlD5X

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denaamishaas
@haasisdenaam1 · X

@Mangan150 Au contraire, more vitamine C decreases muscle growth: https://t.co/2MnzQN3x19 However, another studies contractions the findings.

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Anti-oxidants reduce muscle growth? High dose anti-oxidant supplementation may reduce the adaptive response to exercise. Full breakdown: https://t.co/q0gxXMdKyX Study: https://t.co/JlRR1VZlGx #antioxidants #musclegrowth #vitamins https://t.co/DbinhAKHF7

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