NUTRITION
SPORTS NUTRITION
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Question
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Carbohydrates are a macronutrient.
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The body can store carbohydrates as glycogen in the liver, muscles and bones.
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The amount of carbohydrates your body requires does NOT depend on the type, frequency and duration of exercise.
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Carbohydrates also play an important role in other body functions such as fuelling the brain and the central nervous system.
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Proteins are NOT a macronutrient.
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Detailed explanation-1: -These nutrients not only fuel the brain, they also protect brain cells against damage from free radicals released from pollution, stress and just being alive. Complex carbs take longer to digest, so they provide a steadier source of brain fuel compared to simple carbs such as candy, cookies and sweetened drinks.
Detailed explanation-2: -Carbohydrates, also known as carbs, are vital at every stage of life. They’re the body’s primary source of energy and the brain’s preferred energy source. Carbs are broken down by the body into glucose – a type of sugar. Glucose is used as fuel by your body’s cells, tissues, and organs.
Detailed explanation-3: -The four primary functions of carbohydrates in the body are to provide energy, store energy, spare protein, and prevent ketosis. Glucose energy is stored as glycogen, with the majority of it in the muscle and liver.