Under what circumstances might it be appropriate for an athlete to consume simple sugars?
                                
                                
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                                While simple sugars often get a bad reputation in general nutrition, for athletes, they serve a specific and beneficial purpose. During intense, long-duration exercise, consuming simple sugars is a valid strategy for providing immediate energy and refueling depleted muscle glycogen stores.