Tag: GI
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Fig Newtons and the Glycemic Index
Fig Newtons for Running Many of us grew up eating Fig Newtons. Maybe our parents thought they were better because they had figs instead of frosting in the middle! It turns out that Fig Newtons, and similar “fig loaf” cookies are loaded with sugar. For runners and other endurance athletes this turns out to be…
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Glucose and the Endurance athlete
Glucose and the Endurance Athlete Glucose is a simple sugar or monosaccharide that is an extremely important form of energy for your body. All other carbohydrates and forms of sugar must be broken down into glucose before your muscles and brain can use them. Muscles and other tissues can use fat and protein as an…
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2013 in Review
2013 in Review As 2013 draws to a close, it’s time to reflect on the past twelve months. At this time last year I wrote a post called “New Year’s Resolutions” and discussed setting goals before New Year’s Eve. It is easy to have big dreams and set high goals after a few beverages and…