Carbo Gel 2:1
- Maltodextrin and fructose in a 2:1 ratio, ready-to-use carbohydrates designed to enhance athletic performance
- Available in cola-lime and citrus flavours
- Ideal for providing energy support during endurance sports, high-intensity activities or prolonged exertion
Description
Carbo Gel 2:1 is Yamamoto Nutrition’s energy gel from the sports range, specifically formulated for athletes who train at high intensity, for endurance athletes, or those undertaking prolonged exertion. It is formulated with a balanced blend of maltodextrin and fructose in a 2:1 ratio, designed to provide the athlete with rapid and sustained energy, improving carbohydrate absorption and optimising their utilisation during physical activity, and is available in cola-lime or citrus flavours.
Thanks to the use of carbohydrates with different rates of intestinal absorption (maltodextrin and fructose), Carbo Gel 2:1 helps sustain performance and support the maintenance of energy reserves during prolonged training sessions and competitions. This carbohydrate blend has also been selected in light of studies on intestinal absorption and potential gastrointestinal discomfort, whilst providing 30g of carbohydrates per serving/gel1,2,3,4.
Benefits of the 2:1 ratio of maltodextrin to fructose
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Optimal absorption: this carbohydrate ratio can help the body absorb more carbohydrates (up to 90g/hour) compared to formulations containing a single type of sugar.
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Sustained energy: the blend provides a more consistent and prolonged energy release during activity.
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Ideal for endurance sports, long-duration exertion and demanding or prolonged performance.
Each gel provides 30g of carbohydrates, the ideal amount to support endurance sports or intense training sessions.
Let’s take a closer look at the formula of Carbo Gel 2:1, composed of maltodextrin and fructose, which are beneficial for athletes for various reasons:
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Maltodextrin - rapidly absorbed complex carbohydrates, providing ready and sustained energy, helping to maintain blood sugar levels during exercise.
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Fructose – a carbohydrate utilising a different intestinal transporter (GLUT5), it allows for greater total carbohydrate absorption and more efficient energy utilisation when combined with glucose/maltodextrin.
The 2:1 combination allows you to overcome the absorption limit of a single carbohydrate, optimising energy supply during prolonged exercise.
Scientific references
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Jeukendrup AE, Moseley L. Multiple transportable carbohydrates enhance gastric emptying and fluid delivery. Scand J Med Sci Sports. 2010 Feb;20(1):112-21. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-0838.2008.00862.x. PMID: 19000102.
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Jeukendrup AE. Carbohydrate and exercise performance: the role of multiple transportable carbohydrates. Curr Opin Clin Nutr Metab Care. 2010 Jul;13(4):452-7. doi: 10.1097/MCO.0b013e328339de9f. PMID: 20574242.
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Currell K, Jeukendrup AE. Superior endurance performance with ingestion of multiple transportable carbohydrates. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2008 Feb;40(2):275-81. doi: 10.1249/mss.0b013e31815adf19. PMID: 18202575.
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Rowlands DS, Houltham SD. The Effect of Multiple Transportable Carbohydrates on Long-Distance Triathlon Performance. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2017 Aug;49(8):1734-1744. doi: 10.1249/MSS.0000000000001278. PMID: 28350714.
Nutritional information
Nutritional information
| Nutritional Information (Cola and Lime) | Per 60 ml | Per 100 ml |
| Energy | 502 kJ / 120 kcal | 837 kJ / 200 kcal |
| Fat of which saturated fat | 0 g 0 g | 0 g 0 g |
Carbohydrates of which sugars | 30 g 16 g | 50 g 27 g |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 0,19 g | 0,32 g |
| Vitamin B1 | 0,55 mg (50% VNR*) | 0,92 mg (84% VNR*) |
*NRV: Nutrient Reference Values
Ingredients
Water, maltodextrin, fructose, dextrose (D-glucose), acidity regulator: citric acid; sodium chloride, natural flavouring, flavour enhancer: potassium chloride; preservative: potassium sorbate; vitamin B1 (thiamine hydrochloride).
Directions and intake
Directions and intake
1 sachet during training.Our Advice
Take 1 gel before or during physical activity, depending on the intensity and duration of the exercise. The dosage may vary depending on individual needs and workload. It is particularly suitable for athletes and endurance sportspeople, for training sessions or competitions lasting > 60 minutes (in this case, intake is recommended after the first 60 minutes) and for high-intensity activities with high energy expenditure.
Frequently asked questions
Why use a gel with a 2:1 ratio of maltodextrin and fructose? The 2:1 ratio allows two different intestinal transport systems for carbohydrates to be utilised. In this way, the body can absorb and utilise a greater quantity of carbohydrates during exercise compared to a gel containing only one type of sugar, promoting a more efficient energy supply during prolonged exertion.
Can Carbo Gel 2:1 cause gastrointestinal discomfort? The product is formulated to promote good tolerability, but the response is subjective. The combination of maltodextrin and fructose, if well balanced, is generally better tolerated than high doses of a single carbohydrate. However, it is advisable to test the product during training before using it in competition.
In which sports and situations is it most suitable? Carbo Gel 2:1 is particularly suitable for endurance or long-duration activities (over 60 minutes), such as running, cycling, triathlon and high-intensity team sports. It is useful before or during exercise when energy requirements increase and carbohydrate stores may be depleted.
Why choose it?
Why choose it?
Why choose Carbo Gel 2:1: - Contains fast-absorbing carbohydrates to sustain energy levels during exercise; - The combination of maltodextrin and fructose promotes greater carbohydrate absorption during exercise compared to maltodextrin alone; - Suitable for long-duration endurance sports, such as cycling, running, triathlon and team sports; - Helps maintain energy levels during prolonged exercise; - 2:1 carbohydrate ratio (maltodextrin:fructose); - Immediate and sustained energy.
Carbo Gel 2:1