If you work out a lot, you need carbs . Despite the fair share of shade they get, carbohydrates are the body’s primary source of energy . But it can be hard to know the best way to incorporate the macronutrient into your diet—especially since a carb-heavy diet can also lead to weight gain .

Enter: carb cycling, which involves alternating between high-carb consumption days and low-carb consumption days. The method’s not for everyone. And there’s definitely a wrong and right way to do it, according to sports dietitians. Here, they break down everything you need to know about the diet hack, including what it is, who can benefit from it, and what to keep in mind if you want to give it a try.

What Is Carb Cycling?

“Carb cycling is a method of eating in which you alternate how many gram

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