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Nutrition & Exercise tips for Women | Stacy Sims, Phd

The Proof with Simon Hill

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Low Carbohydrate Diets and Female Athletes

Low carbohydrate diets, specifically ketogenic diets, may be popular on social media for weight loss, but there is no sufficient data to support their effectiveness for female athletes. Research indicates that adequate carbohydrate intake is crucial for preventing illness and injury, improving adaptation, and providing necessary energy for training, especially during the luteal phase. Therefore, a baseline of carbohydrates is essential for female athletes, whether they are primarily doing strength training or cardiovascular high-intensity training.

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