Question

An overworked computer software engineer works on the computer the whole day. He gets very tired after work. Somebody advised him to eat more carbohydrates and fats to get more energy. Do you think this will help him? why?

Answer 1

Yes, this will help him as Carbohydrates and Fats provide more energy than proteins and vitamins. While carbohydrates provide us with on the spot energy, fats are used for long term energy. The excess intake of Fats and Carbohydrates cause Obesity. Thus, they should be taken in required amounts.

Answer 2

Answer: Yes, eating carbohydrate will help him to restore his glycogen stores. Brain uses glucose for its activity. But he doesn't need too much fat as fat is difficult to digest and fat may cause him feel more lethargic. Its better for him to eat carbohydrate and vitamin rich food to recover fast. Choice of fat should be mainly in form of nuts.

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