Lactic acid has long been villainized, but new research shows it doesn't impair muscle function. In fact, it might actually be good for you.

Lactic acid build-up causes a burning sensation in your muscles during intense exercise. Lactic acid is not responsible for sore muscles the day after exercise, contrary to popular belief.

People often discuss the importance of removing, or “flushing out,” lactic acid from the blood after intense exercise to ...

There's not much research specifically surrounding the muscle pump and its contribution to muscle growth. Still, there's a ...

To get rid of lactic acid, do gentle and light stretching to help improve blood circulation, and reduce stiffness and pain.

Just a bit of cramp? So that's the lactic acid building up. When an athlete does too much or runs too vigorously, not enough oxygen can be delivered to the muscles. So what happens is that the ...

After intense exercise, continuing to move your body – but less intensely – can help do this. This kind of active recovery ...

Lactic acid bacteria can reduce off-flavours in plant-based fermented products. They can degrade anti-nutritional compounds and enhance the absorption of minerals such as iron and zinc.