A combination carbohydrate-plus-protein supplement consumed during physical activity stimulates insulin secretion, which in turn increases muscle and liver glycogen as physical activity progresses.

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Insulin secretion is typically suppressed during physical activity to allow for increased glucose availability to the muscles; thus, consuming a carbohydrate-plus-protein supplement would not significantly increase insulin levels or glycogen synthesis during exercise.

A Combination Carbohydrate-Plus-Protein Supplement Consumed During Physical Activity Stimulates Insulin