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Before athletic events, many athletes eat large amounts of food made from rice or wheat and potatoes. Why do they eat these foods?

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Carbohydrates provide instantaneous energy. Carbohydrate-rich foods such as rice, wheat and potatoes, provide the requisite energy to the athletes, in order to perform various activities like running, jumping, swimming, cycling, etc.

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