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Too Much Exercise Could Be a Pain in the GutWhile super-short workouts are making headlines for their fitness merits, super-long workouts are catching some flack. According to a systematic review in Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics, long, intense workouts may increase the risk of gastrointestinal issues. The review looked at data from controlled studies, which included both healthy people and people with gastrointestinal conditions, investigating the effects of strenuous exercise on markers of gastrointestinal injury, intestinal hyperpermeability (also known as leaky gut), endotoxemia (toxins from gut bacteria in the blood), abnormal motility, and malabsorption. Based on their review, the researchers concluded:
Although the long-term consequences of prolonged strenuous workouts are not known, according to this study, people who love a long run may want to keep it under two hours to avoid digestive disturbances. But, if you’re a marathon runner or a triathlete, this might not be an option for you. If that’s the case, here are some tips to keep your gut happy while you’re going the distance:
Source: Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics Copyright © 2024 TraceGains, Inc. All rights reserved. |