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Lactate is being redefined as more than a metabolic waste product.
Far from being something to flush out, lactate can be used by neurons as an alternative energy source. In conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, where the brain struggles to use glucose efficiently, lactate could help fill that gap—like ketones do—giving brain cells another way to stay fueled.
An Alternative Fuel
During a hard workout, your body generates lactate. Lactate is often associated with muscle soreness and fatigue. However, these symptoms are only part of the story.
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