What is the „Carbo Gel 2:1“ energy gel?
Carbo Gel 2:1 is an energy gel from the Yamamoto Nutrition sports line, designed for athletes who train at high intensity, engage in endurance sports, or experience prolonged physical exertion.
The product contains a balanced mixture of maltodextrins and fructose in a 2:1 ratio, created to provide the body with quick and long-lasting energy, improve carbohydrate absorption, and optimize their use during physical exertion. The gel is available in cola–lime and citrus fruit flavors.
Due to different carbohydrate absorption pathways in the intestine (maltodextrins and fructose), Carbo Gel 2:1 helps maintain athletic performance and energy reserves during long training sessions and competitions. This carbohydrate combination was chosen based on scientific research on more efficient carbohydrate absorption and a lower risk of digestive discomfort. One gel serving contains 30 g of carbohydrates.
Advantages of the 2:1 maltodextrin and fructose ratio
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Optimal absorption. This carbohydrate ratio allows the body to absorb a higher amount of carbohydrates (up to 90 g per hour) than when consuming only one type of carbohydrate.
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Longer-lasting energy. The carbohydrate mixture ensures a steadier and longer energy supply during physical exertion.
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Ideal for endurance sports. Recommended for prolonged physical exertion, intense training, and competitions.
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30 g of carbohydrates in one gel. This amount helps maintain energy levels during endurance sports or high-intensity training.
Active ingredients
Maltodextrins
Quickly absorbed complex carbohydrates that provide the body with rapidly available and evenly released energy and help maintain normal blood glucose levels during physical exertion.
Fructose
A carbohydrate absorbed by a different intestinal transport mechanism (GLUT5). Together with glucose or maltodextrins, it increases overall carbohydrate absorption and more effectively supplies the body with energy.
Why was the 2:1 ratio chosen?
The combination of maltodextrins and fructose in a 2:1 ratio allows more efficient use of different carbohydrate absorption mechanisms, enabling the surpassing of the absorption limit of a single type of carbohydrate and ensuring greater energy supply during prolonged physical exertion. This formula is especially suitable for endurance athletes, runners, cyclists, triathletes, and anyone who needs to maintain high physical performance for a long time.
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Nutritional value
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60 ml (1 gel)
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100 ml
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Energy value
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502 kJ / 120 kcal
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837 kJ / 200 kcal
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Fats
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0 g
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0 g
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– of which saturated fatty acids
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0 g
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0 g
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Carbohydrates
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30 g
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50 g
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– of which sugars
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16 g
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27 g
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Dietary fiber
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0 g
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0 g
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Proteins
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0 g
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0 g
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Salt
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0.19 g
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0.32 g
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Vitamin B1
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0.55 mg (50 % NRV*)
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0.92 mg (84 % NRV*)
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* NRV – Nutrient Reference Value.
Ingredients:
Water, maltodextrins, fructose, dextrose (D-glucose), acidity regulator: citric acid, sodium chloride, natural flavoring, flavor enhancer: potassium chloride, preservative: potassium sorbate, vitamin B1 (thiamine hydrochloride).
Warnings:
Food supplement should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.
Keep out of reach of children under 3 years of age.
