Gels and protein bars

Gels and bars for sports are nutritional supplements designed to provide energy during physical activity and promote regeneration after it. They contain a combination of nutrients that help maintain energy, increase endurance, accelerate recovery, and meet nutrient needs during sports activity. Common ingredients in these products include carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants.

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Carbohydrates are the primary energy source during physical activity and are crucial to sports gels and bars. Fast-digesting carbohydrates such as glucose and fructose provide quick-access energy during exercise. In contrast, complex carbohydrates such as maltodextrin, starch, or oatmeal provide long-lasting energy that helps maintain energy levels during more extended activities. Protein is essential for muscle recovery and growth after exercise, so some sports gels and bars also contain protein supplements such as whey protein, casein, or plant proteins. Protein can also help reduce muscle fatigue and speed recovery after exercise. Fats, vitamins, and minerals are also crucial for the general health and well-being of the athlete and can contribute to better endurance, faster recovery, and better regeneration after exercise. Antioxidants can help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in the body, contributing to faster recovery from exercise and reducing the risk of injury. Sports gels and bars are a convenient source of energy and nutrients during physical activity and can help athletes maintain optimal energy levels and speed up recovery after exercise.