Initially touted as acute performance aid, exogenous ketones and the supporting science are shifting towards opportunities for athletic recovery, a subject matter expert told NutraIngredients-USA.
Ketone supplementation may promote growth of skeletal muscle, but little is known about how it affects muscle protein synthesis when combined with dietary protein.
Acute supplementation with (R)-1,3-Butanediol could raises beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB) levels associated with increased mental clarity and endurance, says a new study.
Supplementation with a ketone ester may increase dopamine levels in ultra-endurance athletes and boost their mental alertness, says a new trial from Belgium.
Aging mice supplemented with ketone esters maintained their body weight and showed improvements in skeletal muscle, according to a recent study published in Frontiers journal.