According to a new study, consuming potatoes may be just as effective as popular carbohydrate gels for an athlete's performance.
, carbohydrate gels can be defined as concentrated carbohydrates and electrolytes that are designed to be quick replacements of sugars and salt that are released through long periods of exercise. The gels are designed to replenish the carbs lost when the body endures intense workouts or competitions.
According to the university's website, the research measured blood glucose levels, core body temperature, exercise intensity, gastric emptying, and gastrointestinal symptoms."The researchers also measured concentrations of lactate, a metabolic marker of intense exercise, in participants' blood." The gels are usually taken by high-performance athletes, specifically marathon runners. During an intense workout, like a marathon, the body uses fat and carbohydrates as the two primary sources of energy.
Although the consumption of carbohydrate gels may cause stomach problems for some, the study showed that potatoes may cause even more problems."Those consuming potatoes experienced significantly more gastrointestinal bloating, pain and flatulence than the other groups, however. This may be a result of the larger volume of potatoes needed to match the glucose provided by the gels," Burd said.
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