Tag: simple sugars
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Apple – Νutritional Value and Benefits

Apples are one of the most popular fruits in the world. Apples are rich in fiber, contain vitamin C and various antioxidants. A medium-sized apple, about 180 – 200 grams, contains: calories: 90 grams of which protein: 0.5 grams, carbohydrates: 23.5 grams (sugar: 19 grams, fiber: 4.5 grams) and fat: 0.3 grams. Carbohydrates in apples…
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Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates are one of the three main macronutrients in our diet (the other two are proteins and fats) and it is the major source of energy for our body. They are called macronutrients because our body needs them in large quantities. Carbohydrate consumption is vital, both for meeting our energy needs and for the normal…
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Energy gels

Energy gels are carbohydrates in a gel form and help to replenish your depleted carbohydrate stores. Energy gels used in endurance events (running, cycling, climbing etc) and in every other athletic sports activity that you need to replenish carbohydrates in a short time like ipsc shooting matches. Τhe carbohydrates contained in the energy gels are…
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Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates are one of the three main macronutrients in our diet (the other two are proteins and fats) and it is the major source of energy for our body. They are called macronutrients because our body needs them in large quantities. Carbohydrate consumption is vital, both for meeting our energy needs and for the normal…