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A spoonful of baking soda DOES speed you up, say scientists

posted August 17, 2008 - 1:02am
A spoonful of baking soda DOES speed you up, say scientists

Scientists have proven what athletes have been claiming for years - that Granny's old cure-all, bicarbonate of soda, can enhance performance.

'Soda-doping', as it is known amongst professional sportsmen, can have a significant effect on endurance and speed.

Baking soda appears to work best to enhance speed. A study at Loughborough University found that of nine swimmers who took baking soda before an event, eight reduced their times, the Times reports.

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Website: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-1045970/...
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