Research
Energy balance
Daily carbohydrate intakes of soccer players are often insufficient to replenish muscle glycogen stores.
Soccer players may need to increase their carbohydrate intake to ensure adequate glycogen stores.
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Daily carbohydrate (CHO) intakes are often insufficient to replenish muscle glycogen stores.
Why this rating
The statement is based on observations of soccer players' dietary habits.
Source
Carbohydrate, Fluids and Electrolyte Requirements of the Soccer Player: A Stewiew
John A. Hawley et al. · International Journal of Sport Nutrition · 1994
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