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Is a Carb a Carb?

  • Not all carbohydrates affect your body in the same way; the source and type of carb matter for body composition.
  • 50 grams of sugar can be more impactful on fattening than 50 grams of rice due to differences in absorption and metabolic effects.
  • While some argue that all carbs convert to glucose and thus all calories are equal, others believe that the source of the calorie can influence metabolism and body composition differently.
  • Dietary components like protein are less fattening than fats when consumed in the same calorific amount, underlining that not all calorie sources are equal.
  • The author focuses on practical outcomes, particularly in bodybuilding, examining how different carbohydrates impact muscle and fat composition.

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