Are Carbohydrates essential for Athletes?

When it comes down to energy production the body will provide the fuel it needs. The only issue is that the performance is not going to be as efficient when Carbohydrates are to low.

In my own opinion with training MMA and BBJ athletes I have always seen better output when carbs were not cut low.

There are a number of issues with not eating carbs hence justifying their necessity in your diet. For the most part, anyone with success due to a low carb diet has achieved this through essentially cutting an entire macronutrient from their intake therefore decreasing overall calories.

So, it's less attributed to the fact that carbs were cut but rather that fewer calories are being consumed than expended. Carb reduction comes at a cost though, both short and long term. Carb consumption is essential particularly amongst those active individuals and those who exercise. Drastic reduction can lead to:

• Decreased thyroid output- T3 goes down, reverse T3 goes up, further blocking T3 - Layne Norton

Let’s also be COMPLETELY honest people who cut carbs low or completely do it for Fatloss purposes regardless of an athlete or general population.

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