50 grams of carbohydrates, 450mg of sodium.
One gel, everything you need.
No preservatives, no gelling agents, no added flavours, no over-complication. Neutral, bright taste and thin consistency reduces flavour fatigue and increases ease of consumption during longer efforts.
SALTED ORIGINAL FLAVOUR
No flavouring is used, but our carbohydrate contents and acidity regulators give this energy gel a bright, sweet, and slightly citrus taste.
The additional sodium comes from sodium chloride and sodium citrate, giving this energy gel a bit of tang and a delicious salty and sweet taste.
NO PRESERVATIVES
We understand the sensitivity to preservatives, so we don't use them. We made our product shelf stable by achieving a balance between pH and water activity.
VEGAN FRIENDLY & GLUTEN FREE
This gel is gluten free and suitable for plant-based athletes.
INGREDIENTS
Water, maltodextrin, sucrose, fructose, citric acid, sodium citrate, sodium chloride.
That's just 2:1 glucose-to-fructose carbohydrates, acidity regulators, and some sodium.
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The Salted Original gel contains both high carbohydrate contents and high sodium contents to make fueling easier for you! This one gel will contain everything you need, so the only other thing you have to think about is drinking water!
2:1 VERSUS 1:0.8 GLUCOSE-TO-FRUCTOSE
Current research suggests the optimal ratio of glucose and fructose, for maximal carbohydrate uptake and minimal risk of GI issues, is between 2:1 to 1:0.8 glucose-to-fructose ratio. As of 2025, current research suggests the 1:0.8 ratio to be the most optimal, however, proper fueling is not black and white. There are numerous other factors to consider which may affect the athlete. Some example factors could be the product's palatability, or the athlete's sensitivities to ingredients like preservatives, and gelling agents. Carbs Fuel thoughtfully selected a 2:1 ratio, instead of a 1:0.8 ratio, for a couple reasons.
- Some athletes have a greater sensitivity to fructose, when compared to glucose; we believe the 2:1 ratio will allow a wider breadth of athletes to fuel their sport.
- A key aspect to helping more athletes fuel effectively is ensuring it is a product that is palatable and easy to consume. We found the higher fructose concentration in the 1:0.8 ratio created a sweetness profile that was less palatable during our product development. A proper fueling strategy only works if the athlete is excited and able to continue consuming their energy gels late into their activity.
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Simple
Seven ingredients - no preservatives, no gelling agents, no artificial flavouring. Simply contains 2:1 glucose-to-fructose carbohydrates, acidity regulators, and sodium.
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Effective
50 grams of carbohydrates, 200 calories, and 105mg of sodium efficiently packed in this 55mL energy gel packet.
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Enjoyable
Thin and light consistency with a unique bright, sweet, and subtle citrus flavour. Easy to consume with or without water.
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Affordable
$3.00 per gel makes this the best carb-to-dollar gel in the world.
Why 50 grams of carbs?
Depending on the demands of the athlete, consuming 80-120 grams of carbohydrates per hour has been shown to effectively enhance and prolong endurance performance.
Our gels contain 50 grams of carbohydrates in a 2:1 glucose to fructose ratio to support athletes in achieving their fueling goals. More carbs per gel also means less packaging waste, so it is better for the environment too.
What is the consistency of the Carbs Fuel energy gel?
The Carbs Fuel energy gel has a low viscosity, or thin consistency, thanks to our unique carbohydrate sources and decision to avoid gelling agents.
The Carbs Fuel energy gel has a low viscosity, or thin consistency, thanks to our unique carbohydrate sources and decision to avoid gelling agents.
The Carbs Fuel energy gel has a low viscosity, or thin consistency, thanks to our unique carbohydrate sources and decision to avoid gelling agents.
Depending on the demands of the athlete, consuming 80-120 grams of carbohydrates per hour has been shown to effectively enhance and prolong endurance performance.
Our gels contain 50 grams of carbohydrates in a 2:1 glucose to fructose ratio to support athletes in achieving their fueling goals. More carbs per gel also means less packaging waste, so it is better for the environment too.
