The Effect of a Ketogenic Low-Carbohydrate, High-Fat Diet on Aerobic Capacity and Exercise Performance in Endurance Athletes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

The Effect of a Ketogenic Low-Carbohydrate, High-Fat Diet on Aerobic Capacity and Exercise Performance in Endurance Athletes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

A low-carbohydrate, high-fat (LCHF) diet has been proposed to enhance the fat utilization of muscle and the aerobic capacity of endurance athletes, thereby improving their exercise performance. However, it remains uncertain how the macronutrient intake shift from carbohydrate to fat affects enduranc...

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Main Authors: Jingguo Cao, Siman Lei, Xiuqiang Wang, Sulin Cheng
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-08-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
ketogenic low-carbohydrate
high-fat diet
aerobic capacity
endurance athletes
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/8/2896

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