GU Energy Labs Original Energy Gel
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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- Single-serving energy gel packet
- Available in caffeinated and caffeine-free varieties
- Fast-acting and long-lasting carbohydrates for energy
- Electrolytes to replace what you lose from sweat and help you absorb fuel
- Branched chain amino acids (BCAAs) to help muscle function and prevent mental fatigue
Pros & Cons
What We Like...
- 3rd-party tested for banned substance and Informed-Choice Certified
- Vegan
- Dairy- and gluten-free
- Variety boxes available
- Available in 17 different flavors
- Generally positively reviewed
What Needs Improvement...
- Can’t build your own variety pack
- Only 5 of the flavors are caffeine-free
- No subscribe-and-save option
Specs
| Carbohydrates per serving: | 21 g |
|---|---|
| Calories per serving: | 100 |
| Price per serving: | $1.60 |
| Strawberry banana, birthday cake, campfire s’mores, lemon sublime, raspberry lemonade, caffeine-free mixed box | Caffeine-free flavors: |
| Chocolate outrage, tri-berry, vanilla bean, cola me happy, salted caramel, jet blackberry, salted watermelon, tastefully nude, mandarin orange, espresso love, caramel macchiato, mint chocolate, mixed box best sellers, fruity flavors mixed box, indulgent flavors mixed box | Caffeinated flavors: |
| Serving size: | 32 g (1 packet) |
| Servings per box: | 8 or 24 |
| Caffeine: | 0\, 20\, or 40 mg varies by flavor |
Summary
GU Energy Labs Original Energy Gels contain two types of carbohydrates, electrolytes, and BCAAs to keep you fueled throughout your workouts. GU Energy Labs share that their energy gels fuel you without creating stomach issues, help you better absorb fuel, and aid muscle function. They are also available in both caffeinated and caffeine-free options, although caffeine-free is available in significantly less flavors. These gels have mostly positive reviews for their taste and effectiveness.
