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Well, for one thing, theyll eat a whole lot.
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And if the city just so happens to be Paris?
Then we can probably safely assume theyll eatquitewell.
In the Olympic Village, athletes can dine at any hour they want.
To make it all more sustainable, theres a focus on plant-based and local foods.
And, of course, there will be bread.
France doesnt skimp oncarbs, so the Village will be no different.
Paris is known for its boulangeries and patisseries, and athletes will get to taste it all.
Team USA will travel with a team of dietitians.
Thats where the dozen-plus USOPC dietitians come in, with each team assigned at least one.
To get there, she provides personalized nutrition advice to athletes throughout the year if they want it.
(They placed orders around Christmastime to confirm the shelf-stable foods could clear customs.)
Shell scope out menus and ingredient lists, ensuring they get the nutrients they need and avoid allergens.
This year, shell have some high-tech help, through an app called Teamworks Nutrition.
And Team USA athletes will enjoy a whole separate dining hall just for them.
And then, of course, there are more carbs.
Knutson estimates theyll go through about 100 to 150 loaves per day.
If I can physically make it happen, I will, Glass says.
Or it can be as simple as spreading jam on bread.
Thats why we do what we do.
Athletes can also get food to go, or even delivered to their competition site.
For example, sayKatie Ledeckyhas a race at night and wins.
She might not return to the Village for two to three hours after touching the pool wall.
But the end goal is giving Team USA athletes what they need when it counts.
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