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ALL meanings of carbohydrate loading

car·bo·hy·drate load·ing
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  • noun carbohydrate loading the practice of eating high amounts of carbohydrates, sometimes after a period of low carbohydrate intake, for several days immediately before competing in an athletic event, especially a marathon, in order to store glycogen in the body, thereby providing greater reserves of energy. 1
  • noun carbohydrate loading A dietary strategy used by athletes and in healthcare to maximize the storage of glycogen in the muscles. 0
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