Athletes require more sugar due to physical exertion, expert says
Sports nutritionist Abdullah Al-Dabbas says athletes need more sugar because of physical activity, but recommends natural sources and moderate intake.
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AISports nutritionist Abdullah Al-Dabbas has said that athletes require higher sugar intake due to the demands of physical exertion.
Speaking in an interview with Al-Ekhbariya TV, he recommended obtaining sugars from natural sources, ideally about an hour before exercise, and in moderate amounts.
Al-Dabbas noted that following these guidelines can help reduce fatigue during workouts, warning against consuming processed sugars because of their high calorie content.
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