A 170-pound, 35-year-old male is rraining for a long-disrance endurance event. His daily caloric needs arc about 3,000 calories per day. About how many grams of carbohydrate should he eat daily for optimal performance?
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17 10. A 170-pound, 35-year-old male is training for a long-distance endurance event. His daily caloric needs are about 3,000 calories per day. About how many grams of carbohydrate should he eat daily for optimal performance? A. 100 grams B. 325 grams C. 450 grams D. 550 grams 13-year-old competitive gymnast and her mother have scheduled a consultation with you because the gymnast has experienced increased difficulty with her cardiovascular training over the past few months. She is con- stantly fatigued. She is consuming adequate calories and 60% of her calories are from car- bohydrates. When asked what types of foods she consumes, she indicates that due to her busy schedule she is constantly grabbing quick items such as granola bars, chips, crackers, pretzels, and candy bars. The client's mom brings with her a copy of the gymnast's last sports physical from her pediatrician, which was completed 3 months ago and was normal including a blood test confirming that she is not anemic. Her weight is normal for her age and height. What is the MOST LIKELY explanation for the gymnast's decreased performance? A. Severe restriction of dietary intake B. Insufficient carbohydrate intake to fuel her exercis C. Consumption of high glycemic index carbohydrates D. Overconsumption of carbohydrates