Carbs For Exercise? Let’s Challenge This Idea with Dr. Andrew Koutnik | E211

About this episode

In this episode, Dr. Perlmutter discusses the role of carbohydrates in exercise with Dr. Andrew Koutnik, challenging common beliefs about nutrition and performance.

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People in this episode

Host: David Perlmutter

Guest: Dr. Andrew Koutnik

Topics covered

• nutrition
• exercise
• ketogenic diet
• type 1 diabetes
• metabolism
• sports performance

Keywords

• carbohydrates
• exercise
• ketogenic diet
• type 1 diabetes
• metabolism
• sports performance
• ketone levels

Sponsors

EVY, Fresh Pressed Olive Oil, 3x4 Genetics

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