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Show Notes
Show notes
- Why this paper drew such strong reactions
Which long-standing assumptions are being questioned, and why responses have been so polarized. - Small vs large glucose pools
The distinction between muscle glycogen and the glucose required to support brain energy during exercise. - What performance studies actually show
Why tightly controlled trials often fail to demonstrate consistent superiority of high-carbohydrate intake. - Low-carbohydrate diets, keto, and adaptation
Why time to adapt matters, and how short-term studies can misrepresent performance outcomes. - Elite athletes and real-world context
Where extreme endurance events may differ, and where many recreational and competitive athletes may overfuel. - Health implications athletes can’t ignore
Why performance and metabolic health don’t always align, and which questions still require careful investigation.
