The DNA molecule contains a lot of chemical structures that tell the ribosomes how to create new proteins (that have a lot of functions).
Plus, you can benefit from fat burning even after your run as your body keeps burning fat for 2 to 3 hours after finishing a run. If you want to shed a few pounds, make sure you only ingest liquids and maybe a little protein during that time frame. Training on an empty stomach.
Eat Right. Eat at least 300 calories an hour before the race starts. Test out your food choices during you training so that you know which foods help fuel your body for a long run. And, if you feel your body needs more food, eat your final snack no more than 30 minutes before the start of the race.