Energy Bar Fruit Chew

The amount of carbohydrates that are available for energy is a key factor determining performance in endurance and high-intensity intermittent exercise. Therefore, during exercise where carbohydrates are depleted , it is important that you take on additional fuel to maintain performance and avoid fatigue. This ensures that blood glucose level is maintained during exercise and restores muscle glycogen. During events where there is significant depletion of muscle glycogen , carbohydrates need to be consumed to sustain performance and minimize fatigue. Carbohydrate stores are depleted afterapprox. 90 minutes of exercise.

How much carbohydrate should i aim for?

• Exercises <1h: not necessary to consume carbohydrates during exercise
• Exercises 1-2h: 30-60g carbohydrates per hour exercise. (~1-2 energy bar)
• Exercises 2-3h: 60-90g carbohydrates per hour exercise. (~2-3 energy bars)
• Exercises >3h: up to 90-120g carbohydrates per hour exercise.(~up to 3 energy bars)

Energy Bar Fruit Chew contains 30g of carbohydrates in an optimal 2:1 ratio (glucose:fructose) for optimal carbohydrate absorption. Additionally, it also contains 100mg of sodium per bar.

Who can benefit from using Energy Bar Fruit Chew?

This bar is ideal for consumption during training sessions and competitions by endurance athletes (e.g., marathon runners, triathletes, cyclists, long-distance swimmers) and team or racket sport players (e.g., footballers, basketball players, tennis players). Additionally, it is beneficial for explosive athletes engaging in prolonged training sessions (e.g., sprinters, jumpers, throwers, weightlifters) as well as athletes performing medium-duration activities (e.g., runners, swimmers, kayakers, rowers). Why 2:1 carbohydrate ratio?

During intense efforts, the body can absorb a maximum of about 60g of glucose per hour from the intestine due to the saturation of the glucose transporter. During prolonged efforts lasting more than three hours, this can become a limiting factor because the need for carbohydrates exceeds 60g per hour. By ingesting different types of carbohydrates, such as glucose and fructose, simultaneously, the total carbohydrate absorption can increase to 90g per hour or more, as absorption occurs via two different channels in the intestine. Studies show that with an intake of up to 90g of carbohydrates per hour, products with a glucose:fructose ratio of 2:1 or 1:0.8 are a safe and effective choice for most athletes and contribute to better stomach and intestinal comfort.

The Energy Bar Fruit Chew with a 2:1 ratio (glucose:fructose) optimally uses different absorption channels and is therefore ideal for (endurance) athletes who perform at high intensity for long periods and aim for carbohydrate intake up to 90g per hour. Additionally, fructose contributes to a natural, pleasant sweetness, making this energy bar not only purposeful but also enjoyable to consume. This way, you get the energy you need without an overly sweet or artificial taste experience.