01. Carbo facts for sports fanatics
There is probably no other topic in the field of sports nutrition that is more controversial than the carbohydrate requirements of people who participate in strenuous activity.
02. GI considerations for sports fans
The GI is a tool for classifying food according to the effect these foods have on blood glucose and insulin levels. Find out how sportsmen- and women can use it when training. 03. Carbo-loading considered
Serious athletes use carbohydrates to fine-tune their performance by means of carbo-loading. DietDoc explains the process. 04. Tips on carbo-loading for runners
What can I eat to improve my performance? This is the question foremost in every runner's mind – and the answer, almost too easy and simple to believe … enough carbohydrates.
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05. Key sugar sweetens performance
Dextrose, a naturally occurring sugar, may be a more effective performance-enhancing supplement for athletes than the widely used sugar supplement ribose. 06. Is pasta making you fat?
Pasta has been the mainstay cycling fuel for generations. It contains 27g of carbs per 1⁄2 cup serving, 589kJ, and 1,6g of fibre and minimal fat. Pasta is your ally. Or is it? | 
