Just say NO to sugar! The typical American diet is often too high in one of the three macronutrients. The most prevalent being carbohydrate or more specifically sugar. When sugar, in its simplest form, is introduced into the bloodstream a cascade of metabolic functions begin to occur. In order for the body to clear this blood glucose the beta cells of the pancreas secrete insulin, which is then released into the blood stream. The insulin binds to free glucose and transports that glucose to cells via insulin receptors on the cell membrane. Sugar will have a different affect on a person who is active and a person who is sedentary. Loading sugars pre and post workout can actually decrease recovery time and increase strength gains. The way your body absorbs and uses sugars post workout is similar but not the same as when you are not. Below is a description of...
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