| abstract |
The present invention describes the use of a composition comprising a compound according to formula (1) for maintaining or restoring muscle health: Formula (1) wherein R is H, OH or CH 3 O. R 1 can be H, (CH 2 ) n OR 2 , where: n is 1, 2 or 3, R 2 is H, COCH 3 or Formula (2), where m is 1, 2 or 3, provided that R and R 1 are not H at the same time. The invention further relates to the use of a compound according to formula (1) in the manufacture of a composition for maintaining or restoring muscle health, thereby preventing and / or treating muscle damage, for example due to exercise. More specifically, such compositions include food, beverages, supplements and feeds. [Selection figure] None |