Raw Fuel
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Raw Fuel is a premium carbohydrate & electrolyte formula designed to maximize endurance, stamina and performance.
We created Raw Fuel to address the unique nutritional needs of ultra-endurance athletes, offering a scientifically optimized blend of carbohydrates and sodium that maximizes energy absorption and maintains hydration without causing stomach upset.
Fuel is designed to:
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Maximize endurance and stamina
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Provide the body the optimal ratio of sugar and electrolytes for peak performance
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Balance hydration and electrolyte levels during training or endurance events
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Prevent muscle cramps and fatigue by using sodium chloride and sodium citrate along side carbohydrates
Supplement Facts
"FUEL has the key things I look for in an endurance product that I’m drinking for hours on end during my training and events: taste, mix-ability, it gives me steady energy and is it easy on the stomach. Whether I’m training for 2 hours or 5 hours, FUEL is formulated perfectly for intense endurance events."
- Natasha Van Der Merwe, Professional Triathlete & Coach
WE’VE OPTIMIZED THE SCIENCE OF SUGAR
Each serving includes 24g of carbohydrates in a precise ratio of 1 to 0.8 Glucose to Fructose, efficiently fueling the ultra-endurance athlete.
PRECISE AMOUNTS OF SODIUM
Sodium is the main electrolyte responsible for fluid balance, muscle contraction, and cellular communication and is the electrolyte that’s lost in the largest and most variable amounts during excessive endurance exercise and sports.
- Each serving includes 300mg sodium in a 1:1 ratio of sea salt to sodium citrate.
- Using sodium citrate in conjunction with sea salt allows your gut to tolerate more sodium consumption during training, delivering optimal hydration and electrolyte balance without digestive upset.
PROPER CARB TO SODIUM RATIO
Raw Fuel’s formula is built around an optimal carb-to-sodium ratio designed specifically for endurance athletes. With 100-120g of carbohydrates and 1250-1500mg of sodium per hour, Raw Fuel provides the necessary balance of energy and hydration to support peak performance during long training sessions or endurance events. This ratio is critical because an imbalance can lead to dehydration or a lack of energy, negatively impacting your performance. By ensuring the right balance of carbs and sodium, Raw Fuel allows for efficient absorption, helping you stay hydrated and energized without causing gastrointestinal distress.
HOW TO USE FUEL
DRINK DURING AND AFTER TRAINING AND ENDURANCE EVENTS.
Take 1 scoop for approx. 60 minutes of light training or activity. As duration and intensity increases, up to 5 scoops can be taken for optimal results.
WHY IS INFORMED SPORT IMPORTANT TO ATHLETES?
Every lot under the Raw Endurance line is informed sport tested.
The Informed Sport program provides assurance that products have been tested for a wide range of substances prohibited in sport.
For more information, please visit informed-sport.com
What's inside?
What makes Raw Fuel's carbohydrate blend special?
Raw Fuel's carbohydrate formula is scientifically optimized, featuring a precise ratio of 1 to 0.8 Glucose to Fructose, totaling 24g of carbohydrates per serving. This specific blend, consisting of Maltodextrin, Cane Sugar, and Fructose, is designed to maximize the amount of carbohydrates ultra-endurance athletes can absorb per hour, minimizing the risk of stomach upset.
How does Raw Fuel address sodium intake for endurance athletes?
Each serving of Raw Fuel includes 300mg of sodium, derived from a balanced mix of sea salt and sodium citrate. This combination enhances your gut's ability to tolerate increased sodium intake during extended training, ensuring optimal hydration and electrolyte balance without causing digestive issues.
What is the Carb to Sodium Ratio in Raw Fuel, and why is it important?
Raw Fuel features an optimal carb to sodium ratio tailored for the demands of endurance athletes, allowing for the consumption of 125-150g of carbohydrates and 1250-1500mg of sodium per hour. This balance is crucial for maintaining energy levels, hydration, and electrolyte balance during prolonged endurance activities, without causing gastrointestinal distress.
The specific balance of carbohydrates and sodium ensures that energy and hydration needs are met simultaneously, preventing common issues like 'bonking' or dehydration. Endurance athletes, especially in ultra-endurance sports, face the dual challenge of maintaining steady energy intake while replenishing electrolytes lost through sweat. The precise carb-to-sodium ratio in Raw Fuel is designed to meet these demands, ensuring that your body can absorb nutrients at a faster rate while maintaining hydration. Studies have shown that a well-balanced intake of carbs and electrolytes significantly improves endurance performance and delays fatigue.
Are there any artificial additives in Raw Fuel?
No, Raw Fuel is committed to a clean formula, free from dyes, artificial flavors, and sweeteners. This ensures that athletes are fueling their bodies with only the essential, high-quality ingredients needed for performance and health.
Athletes today are increasingly conscious of the ingredients they consume, preferring natural and clean sources of nutrition. By avoiding artificial additives, Raw Fuel ensures that you're not only getting effective performance fuel but also a product that aligns with your health and wellness values.
How should I use Raw Fuel during my training or endurance events?
Raw Fuel is designed to be consumed both during and after training and endurance events. For approximately 60 minutes of light training or activity, take 1 scoop. For longer or more intense sessions, you can consume up to 5 scoops for optimal energy and hydration.
Can Raw Fuel help prevent muscle cramps and fatigue?
Yes, the precise amounts of sodium in Raw Fuel, coupled with its optimal carbohydrate blend, play a key role in preventing muscle cramps and fatigue. Sodium is essential not just for maintaining hydration but for enabling muscle contraction and nerve function. Without enough sodium, muscles can cramp, and energy levels can drop prematurely. Raw Fuel includes sodium chloride for immediate rehydration and sodium citrate to buffer muscle acidity. This combination helps prevent muscle cramps and delays fatigue, enabling you to perform at your best for longer periods. Whether during a race or an extended training session, this blend ensures your muscles function efficiently throughout.
Will consuming Raw Fuel cause stomach upset during long activities?
Thanks to the carefully researched carb sources and the balanced sodium content, Raw Fuel is designed to be easily digestible, reducing the risk of stomach upset even during long-duration activities. This makes it suitable for athletes who need sustained energy without gastrointestinal distress.
How does Raw Fuel support ultra-endurance athletes specifically?
Raw Fuel is specially formulated to meet the high-energy demands and nutritional needs of ultra-endurance athletes. By providing a scientifically optimized blend of carbohydrates and sodium, it supports enhanced absorption, sustained energy, optimal hydration, and electrolyte balance, enabling athletes to perform at their peak for longer periods.
Ultra-endurance athletes require significantly more fuel than average athletes due to the prolonged duration of their activities, which can often span several hours or even days. Raw Fuel caters to this by delivering an optimized 1:0.8 ratio of glucose to fructose, which ensures efficient energy absorption through dual transport mechanisms. This helps athletes avoid the dreaded 'bonk' or energy crash that can occur when the body depletes its glycogen stores.
Additionally, the 300mg of sodium per serving aids in maintaining electrolyte balance, crucial for avoiding dehydration and muscle cramps. The product is designed to meet the unique nutritional demands of ultra-endurance events such as marathons, ultra-triathlons, and adventure races, providing steady energy and hydration without compromising digestion or performance. Whether it’s for multi-hour races or back-to-back training sessions, Raw Fuel ensures athletes can push their limits while maintaining optimal energy levels and hydration throughout their event.
Product Warning
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/food