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Honey vs maltodextrin for running: which fuel suits you
Neither honey nor maltodextrin is universally better for running. Both provide carbohydrate fuel, but their compositions differ: honey contains glucose and fructose, while maltodextrin is made from...
How to Use Honey-Based Energy Gels for Running Fuel
Use honey based energy gels for runners during longer efforts, starting before you feel an energy dip; during long runs or races, a practical starting interval is about 45 minutes to an hour. Your ...
Trail running nutrition: how to fuel for distance and weather
A trail run is fuelled before the first climb: choose a light, high-carbohydrate breakfast, with a small amount of protein, and aim to eat a balanced meal 2–3 hours before setting out. Trail runnin...
Low-GI energy gels: what the label means and how to choose
A low-GI label is one data point, not an endurance-fuelling plan. When comparing low GI energy gels, it helps to separate what the claim measures from what you need to know for a session. Glycaemic...
Manuka Honey Pre-Workout: What It Can, and Cannot, Offer
Premium branding doesn’t automatically make a better pre-workout fuel. A manuka honey pre workout may appeal as a natural option, but its practical value depends more on carbohydrate intake, sessio...
Honey-Based Running Gels: How to Choose Fuel for Your Runs
A honey-based label alone doesn’t tell you whether a running gel fits your run. Honey based running gels can differ in ingredients, carbohydrate information and intended use, so “natural” is a star...
Best Energy Gels for Sensitive Stomachs NZ: 2026 Guide
The traditional reliance on synthetic maltodextrin and isolated fructose chains in endurance nutrition has reached a point of diminishing returns, often manifesting as acute gastrointestinal distre...