Ultimate Guide - SIS
Been scrolling through the SIS range wondering what the actual difference is between it all? Don’t worry, I’m about to nut it out and break down exactly what each product does. Gels, chews, bars, drink mixes and hydration, let’s discuss the science in this sports product.
GELS - What's the difference between the 4 types?
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Science In Sport (SIS) Beta Fuel Energy Gel
- Delivers more carbs and is ideal for long or intense efforts
- 40g carbs in a 1:0.8 maltodextrin:fructose blend ( Best ratio for those aiming for over 90g of carbs per hour) -
Science In Sport (SIS) Beta Fuel Energy Gel + Nootropics
- Adds cognitive enhancers (Citicoline, caffeine and taurine)
- 200mg of caffeine
- Higher amount of sodium compared to Beta Fuel Energy Gel
→ 50mg compared to 30mg
- 40g carbs in a 1:0.8 maltodextrin:fructose blend -
Science In Sport (SIS) Go Plus Isotonic Energy Gels
- Can be consumed without water
- For short-to-mid duration energy boosts
- 22g of carbs per gel -
Science In Sport (SIS) Go Energy + Caffeine Gels
- Offers a mental and physical lift with 75mg of caffeine in Berry flavour and 150mg in Double Espresso flavour.
- 21g of carbs per gel
Chews
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Science In Sport (SIS) Beta Fuel Energy Chew
- 1:0.8 glucose: fructose ratio. Ideal for higher carb intakes ( >90g of carbs per hour)
- It can be taken or consumed as a whole bar for 46g of carbs or broken into pieces (each chew has approximately 7g of carbohydrates)
- Vegan with no artificial sweeteners
Bars
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Science In Sport (SIS) Go Energy Bars Mini
- 25-27g of Carbs per 40g bar
- Low in Fat
- 134-139 Cal per 40g bar -
Science In Sport (SIS) Go Energy Bake Bars
- 190 calories per serving
- 30g of carbs per bar
- Soft-baked texture
- Slightly higher in fat and protein per serve compared to Go Energy Bar Mini
Carb Mixes
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Science In Sport (SIS) Beta Fuel Drink Mix
- High carb content - 80g of carbs per serving
- 1:0.8 ratio of maltodextrin:fructose (Best ratio for those aiming for over 90g of carbs per hour)
- No electrolytes
- Provides sustained energy over longer periods. -
Science In Sport (SIS) Go Energy Powder
- 47g of carbohydrates per serving
- Available in a 1.6kg tub
- No electrolytes
- Ideal for quick bursts of activity or for longer periods
Hydration Mixes
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Science In Sport (SIS) Go Electrolyte
- 36g carbohydrates per serving
- 500mg of sodium and 600mg of potassium per serve
- Comes in 500g serving size and 1.6kg
- Ideal if you want to combine electrolytes and energy for long duration events -
Science In Sport (SIS) Go Hydro Tablets
- Effervescent tablets
- 0.7g of Carbs per tablet
- 345mg of sodium per tablet
- Ideal for everyday use for electrolyte replacement
Ash Miller
Dietitian and Nutritionist (Masters)
Bachelor of Physical and Health Education
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