Ketone drink and exercise fuel use in trained cyclists
This study tests if drinking a ketone supplement before exercise changes how your body uses carbs for fuel. It may help trained cyclists and triathletes understand fuel efficiency.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 50 years old
- You are a trained cyclist or triathlete with a high fitness level (VO2peak above 55 for men, 48 for women)
- You are generally healthy and not taking medications that affect stomach acid, cholesterol, or inflammation
- You do not smoke and are not pregnant (if female)
- You are not on a low-carb diet and have not donated blood in the last 2 months
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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