e-Gel vs
Muir Energy Gel
Advantage e-Gel:
Like most other gels, Muir Energy Gel is very high in simple sugars ranging from 50% all the way as high as 83%. e-Gel is loaded with complex carbs, very little sugar and balanced electrolyte replacement for proven real world results (read our customer stories below). To top it off, Muir Energy Gel is more than double the price of e-Gel.
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Carbohydrates |
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Calories | 150 | 100 |
Carb Grams | 37 g | 25 g |
Carb Sources | Malto- dextrin Fructose |
Molasses Fruit |
Complex Carbs | 82% | 17% to 50% |
Sugars | 18% | 50% to 83% |
Muir Energy Gel contains betwen 50% and 83% simple sugar (depending on the flavor), while e-Gel only contains 18% (all flavors). We use the same base formulation of high complex carbs and low sugars that has proven to work for our customers (see customer stories below). Complex carbs are well documented to provide more absorbable energy than simple sugars as explained in this short video. |
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Electrolytes | e-Gel | Muir Energy |
Sodium | 230 mg | 100 mg |
Potassium | 85 mg | 220 mg to 370 mg |
Sodium in particular is critical to maintain hydration and to avoid cramping and injuries. e-Gel has over double the amount of sodium compared to Muir Energy Gel, and is designed to meet the American College of Sports Medicine’s recommendations.
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Amino Acids | e-Gel | Muir Energy |
Histidine | no | |
Leucine | no | |
Valine | no | |
Isoleucine | no | |
Amino acids help to reduce lactic acid build up, maintain muscle protein and aid in recovery. Muir Energy Gel has no Amino Acids.
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Citrates | e-Gel | Muir Energy |
Sodium Citrate | no | |
Potassium Citrate | no | |
Citric Acid | no | |
Citrates assist in the carbohydrate to energy conversion process as well as reduce and slow the build-up of lactic acid in your muscles.
Muir Energy Gel has no citrates.
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Antioxidants | e-Gel | Muir Energy |
Vitamin E | 120% | 0% |
Vitamin C | 120% | 10% to 60% |
Antioxidant vitamins C and E help protect against tissue damage, reduce soreness and aid in the recovery process.
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Other Ingredients | e-Gel | Muir Energy |
Vitamin B6 | 10% | 0% to 4% |
Vitamin B6 assists in the energy conversion process
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Caffeine | none | none |
To read our recommendation on caffeine, click here
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Pricing | e-Gel | Muir Energy |
Cost Per 100 Calories | $1.06 | $2.39 |
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