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How many grams of carbs do athletes need to consume in order to carbohydrate load?
A
7-8 grams
B
5-12 grams
C
12-15 grams
D
15-20 grams
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Experts often recommend that people who are carb loading eat 2.3–5.5 grams of carbs per pound (5–12 grams per kg) of body weight per day.

Detailed explanation-2: -RECOMMENDED INTAKE OF CARBOHYDRATES Depending upon the training routine, athletes should consume anywhere from 3-12 grams of carbohydrates per kilogram of bodyweight throughout the day.

Detailed explanation-3: -During exercise athletes should consume 30–60 g carbohydrates per hour (or 0.7 g/kg of body weight) in order to maintain blood glucose levels.

Detailed explanation-4: -The daily carbohydrate intake recommendation for athletes ranges from 3 to 12 g/kg of body weight and is dependent on factors such as age, gender, and training type, intensity, and duration.

Detailed explanation-5: -However, athletes involved in moderate and high volume training need greater amounts of carbohydrate and protein in their diet to meet macronutrient needs. Athletes undertaking 2-3hours intense exercise per day, 5-6 times per week typically need to consume a diet consisting of 5-8g/kg/day of carbohydrate.

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