Andrea thinks that carbohydrate loading could be beneficial to her. Which of the following statements is FALSE about this practice?
A) Carbohydrate loading is appropriate in endurance activities such as a marathon.
B) Carbohydrate loading may cause water retention.
C) Carbohydrate loading maximizes glycogen stores.
D) Carbohydrate loading is helpful for moderately intense physical activity to maintain fitness.

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Carbohydrate loading is typically recommended for endurance athletes engaging in prolonged exercise, such as a marathon, and not for moderately intense physical activity to maintain fitness. Therefore, statement D is false. Statements A, B, and C are true.

Andrea Thinks That Carbohydrate Loading Could Be Beneficial to Her