What Role Do Fats Like Omega-3s Play in Muscle Recovery?
Healthy dietary fats make sure carbohydrates do their job.
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Malissa Rodenburg
Malissa Rodenburg is an independent science journalist, focusing on research and discoveries that thread into the context of everyday life. She lives in Seattle, Washington.
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