Sports nutrition brand HIGH5 has unveiled its new Slow Release Energy range. Developed and tested with professional German cycling team BORA – hansgrohe, HIGH5 adds that it has ‘set out to redefine endurance nutrition’ with its latest offering.
HIGH5 adds that the new range of products ‘provide you with a longer-lasting supply of energy and a hit of electrolytes. By working closely with BORA – hansgrohe, a team of world class cyclists and ambitious goals, we can ensure our products are fit for purpose and deliver unrivalled performance, helping you edge out any competition.’
Robert Gorgos, BORA – hansgrohe Head Nutritionist said “HIGH5 are committed to push the science to create sports nutrition products that have a real benefit… with the Slow Release Energy range, they have delivered once again. Since we started using HIGH5 Slow Release it has played an important part in our day-to-day training and racing to provide us with long-lasting fuel. It also tastes great, which is important when the riders need a lot to stay fuelled.”
During endurance exercise HIGH5 points out that a slower and more durable source of energy will keep energy levels more constant.
HIGH5’s Slow Release Energy range contains Isomaltulose, a slowly digested low glycaemic carbohydrate (it has a low GI of 32, compared to a high GI of 86 for maltodextrin), that claims to provide athletes with a stable and sustained energy supply for longer-lasting fuel during sport.
Isomaltulose is seen as being different from fast-releasing carbohydrates such as sucrose or corn syrup as its digestion and absorption rate is slower – resulting in less insulin release.
‘Digestive enzymes hydrolyse Isomaltulose four to five times more slowly than sucrose because of a strong glucose-fructose bond. This in turn results in a slower release of glucose, slower intestinal absorption, and a longer-lasting fuel supply to the body and brain. For athletes this means a constant stream of energy over a longer period of time.’
The new Slow Release Energy range has also been enhanced with ‘Ocean Minerals’. HIGH5 states that this is its most advanced electrolyte complex yet, providing ‘an invigorating hit of magnesium and over 70 minerals and trace elements, to help you balance your electrolytes during sport.’
The new product offering is available in all the main nutrition formats: drink, bar and gel. It uses natural flavours, no colourings or artificial sweeteners.
