Sports Gels

Preparation, uses, and tips

Use sports gels during sporting events, or anytime a non-perishable, easy-to transport source of energy is required, such as on camping trips or long bike rides or hikes.

Buying and storing tips

Look for sports gels in the supplement section of health food stores, and in some sporting goods and cycling shops. Store them in a cool, dark location for up to one year.

Varieties

Sports gels are available in a variety of flavours, including chocolate, vanilla, and various fruit flavours. They come in individual foil packet servings that contain 1–2 oz. (28–57g) of gel.

Nutrition Highlights

Sports gel, 1 pouch (27g)
Calories: 100
Protein: 0.0g
Carbohydrate: 25g
Total Fat: 0.0g
Fiber: 0.0g

Nutritional content varies among products.

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The information presented in the Food Guide is for informational purposes only and was created by a team of US–registered dietitians and food experts. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or chemist for any health problem and before using any supplements, making dietary changes, or before making any changes in prescribed medications. Information expires August 2007.