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134. The Low Down on Low Carbs and Sports Nutrition, with Professor Louise Burke

Leanne Ward Nutrition

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Fuel Sources for Optimal Athletic Performance

This chapter discusses the importance of considering both carbohydrates and fats as fuel sources for optimal athletic performance. It explores the role of carbohydrates in replenishing energy stores and supporting high-intensity exercise, as well as the benefits of being able to effectively burn carbohydrates. The chapter highlights the need to move away from a binary system of nutrition and sports, emphasizing the complexity and context of each sport.

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