Foods rich in antioxidants are high on the essentials list for the Olympians. These foods include all dark, leafy greens, and all red, yellow, blue, purple and orange fruits and vegetables. Antioxidants are needed to protect cells from premature damage due to exposure to free radicals. One of the primary causes of free radicals is intense exercise. So the athletes will be smart to do what Grandma always said: Eat fresh fruits and vegetables every day. Freshly made juices of colored fruits and vegetables provide a whopping load of protective antioxidants, so hopefully they have juicers in the cafeteria.
Intense athletic activity often leads to muscle soreness, which is where arnica cream or gel (like those sold by Boiron) comes in handy. Arnica montana is a widely known and very well established plant that relieves muscle soreness and helps to reduce or eliminate bruising. You can find arnica cream and gel in natural product stores. Hopefully the Olympians packed some in their suitcases.
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Ramban, Jammu 182143 (J&K)
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