Why Do Weightlifters Eat Gummy Candy for Muscle Recovery?
                                
                                
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                                According to sports nutritionists, simple sugars are the fastest way to replenish depleted glycogen stores, which is precisely why weightlifters eat gummy candy. This controversial strategy uses high-glycemic carbs to fuel muscle recovery immediately after an intense lifting session.