7 Jul, 14:30··
Bulli Soup Boosts Energy for Tour de France Riders

A Spanish soup made by El Bulli restaurant is being investigated for its potential to increase the energy levels of professional cyclists, specifically Tour de France riders. The soup contains lactic acid, which a physiologist believed could act as a powerful fuel source. Initial tests were unsuccessful, but the research continues to explore this possibility.
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