Why do some athletes ingest glycerol prior to exercise?
a. It repels water and acts as a mild diuretic.
b. It attracts water and results in fluid retention.
c. It is a readily available source of glucose during exercise.
d. It directly offsets the rise in body temperature that occurs during exercise.
b
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vitamin D is A) calcitonin. B) parathyroid hormone (PTH). C) cortisol. D) insulin.
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