Carbohydrate loading involves altering
A) fluid intake and dosages of nutritional supplements.
B) exercise intensity and glycemic load.
C) micronutrient intake and intake of simple carbohydrates.
D) exercise duration and carbohydrate intake.

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Carbohydrate loading involves increasing carbohydrate intake in the days leading up to an endurance event, in order to maximize glycogen stores in the muscles. This is typically done in conjunction with tapering exercise duration, as a means of optimizing performance. Therefore, the correct answer is D, which mentions exercise duration and carbohydrate intake.

Carbohydrate Loading Involves Altering