I am curious about this study as a generally low carb athlete. I went low carb 15 years ago when I was training for a natural bodybuilding competition. I appreciated how it helped me lean out and was not difficult to sustain, so I just kept it - in a moderated form. As I went through menopause and since then I have never struggled with the weight gain that many women deal with. And I prefer to run or ride on just coffee with MCT oil and a bit of cream in it. I have taken gel packs during 2-3 hour efforts but have never noticed getting any boost in energy from the sugar. I'm wondering if this is because I'm fat adapted and so do not metabolize the sugar very effectively. I'd love to get some theories on what might be going on. Thanks for the work you're doing.
I am curious about this study as a generally low carb athlete. I went low carb 15 years ago when I was training for a natural bodybuilding competition. I appreciated how it helped me lean out and was not difficult to sustain, so I just kept it - in a moderated form. As I went through menopause and since then I have never struggled with the weight gain that many women deal with. And I prefer to run or ride on just coffee with MCT oil and a bit of cream in it. I have taken gel packs during 2-3 hour efforts but have never noticed getting any boost in energy from the sugar. I'm wondering if this is because I'm fat adapted and so do not metabolize the sugar very effectively. I'd love to get some theories on what might be going on. Thanks for the work you're doing.