The science of carbohydrate intake has been a fascinating and fast-paced topic over recent years, and it's showing no signs of slowing down. A new test, developed by WorldTour nutritionists and seen in action by Cyclingnews, looks set to overhaul our understanding of how to fuel athletic performance.
It allows individuals to quantify their own rate of 'exogenous carbohydrate oxidation', or more simply, the amount of carbohydrates consumed during exercise that the body sends to the working muscles, and it is set to be made available to the general public.
