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Low Carb Diets Don't Provide Enough Energy for AthletesLow carb diets are all the rage, and while they may help the average individual loss weight, they aren't recommended for athletes. In the June issue of the Physician and Sports Medicine, sports nutrition expert, Nancy Clark, MS, RD, says the recent studies won't change her recommendations to active patients. When it comes to eating for exercise athletes must get enough energy to fuel their activity. And whether your body uses fat, protein or carbohydrate as the main source of fuel really depends upon your exercise intensity and duration.05:06 PM # |
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