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[RC] Lactic acid - Angie Fura

I remember learning that lactic acid is a product of anareobic
respiration, which  occurs after the body has used up all its
availabel oxygen for energy production.  Build up of lactic acid
causes the "burn" you feel in your muscles when you exert yourself. 
Excessive build of lactic acid causes muscle cramping and in extreme
cases, tying up.

If I understand the previous post correctly - lactic acid  can
actually be used as "fuel" to produce more energy.   Is this only in
the case of its being available in moderation, so to speak?   Is it
correct that excessive amounts of it can be detrimental and cause
tying up?



Angie

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