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Carbohydrates and fats are the primary sources of energy for our skeletal muscles during prolonged exercise. As the intensity of the exercise increases, a greater proportion of energy is derived from carbohydrates. Therefore, having sufficient carbohydrate stores is crucial for optimizing sports performance during moderate to high-intensity efforts. The new Etixx sports drink PRO LINE High Carb Drink fits perfectly within this framework. With no less than 70 grams of carbohydrates per 500 ml, this drink provides a fast and efficient way to replenish carbohydrate stores during extended efforts. In the blog below, Freek Van de Casteele from the Department of Movement and Sports Sciences at Ghent University delves deeper into how many carbohydrates we actually need to avoid "hitting the wall" and what ratio is most suitable.

The more active you are, the more carbohydrates your body needs as an energy source. If you exercise or move more intensively, your body needs to take in more energy and therefore more carbohydrates. A sufficiently high intake of carbohydrates is also important during exercise. This applies both to people with and without diabetes. It is therefore important that (intensive) athletes with diabetes use sports nutrition correctly. In the article below, we give some tips and tricks for athletes with diabetes and correct some misconceptions.