Carbohydrates
* Carbohydrates are energy substances that are stored as glycogen in the liver and muscles, where they are used as an easily available source of energy. Their primary function is to provide the body with energy for the proper functioning of muscles and brain.
Research has shown that carbohydrate-rich foods can increase the supply of glycogen to the liver and muscles, which can significantly improve the performance and duration of physical exercise. improvement.
Dextrose, glucose, lactose, fructose are simple carbohydrates that are quickly absorbed by the body and provide immediate energy. Maltodextrin and starch belong to the group of complex carbohydrates, therefore they are an ideal source of energy for the muscles of athletes in the medium and long term, which allows you to exercise longer and more intensively.