Maurten Sports Nutrition: Maximum energy, minimal stomach complaints

As an endurance athlete, you want to get the most out of your body without your stomach grumbling. Maurten is the sports nutrition that has completely changed the way athletes consume energy. Known for its use by top athletes like Eliud Kipchoge, Jan Frodeno, and the INEOS Grenadiers cycling team, Maurten has become a favorite among runners, cyclists, and triathletes worldwide.

But what makes Maurten so special? And why are more and more athletes choosing this innovative nutrition? In this blog post, we delve into the science, benefits, and products of Maurten sports nutrition. (Text continues below the image.)

What is Maurten? The Power of Hydrogel Technology

Maurten's sports nutrition is based on a unique, patented Hydrogel technology. This technology encapsulates carbohydrates in a gel structure, allowing them to be transported more easily and quickly through the stomach. The result? Fewer stomach upsets, improved energy absorption, and increased performance without discomfort.

What is Hydrogel?

Hydrogels are three-dimensional networks of hydrophilic polymers with high water content that are biocompatible. Mauten used this to their advantage when they discovered a highly effective way to make hydrogels using natural ingredients like alginate (from seaweed) and pectin (from fruit fibers). This hydrogel structure encapsulates the most efficient energy source in carbohydrates.

The two main components, alginate and pectin, together form a protective hydrogel that efficiently transports salt and carbohydrates through the stomach to the small intestine. There, the hydrogel dissolves, allowing the body to absorb the nutrients.

The patented Hydrogel Technology increases the amount of carbohydrates available for fuel. Moreover, this technology reduces the risk of gastrointestinal problems often associated with traditional sports nutrition, which often contain unnecessary ingredients such as dyes, preservatives, and artificial flavors. These are ingredients that largely contribute nothing to your performance.

Benefits of Hydrogel:

• Rapid absorption of carbohydrates
• No added colours, flavours or preservatives
• Gentle on the stomach, even during high exertion
• Efficient delivery of glucose and fructose (1:0.8 ratio)

Maurten Gels

Maurtens gels are completely different from standard sugar syrup gels. They use no artificial additives or unnecessary colorants. The hydrogel in these products is already formed in the sachet and is created by combining alginate and calcium, which together create the unique hydrogel network.

Maurten Drink Mix 320 and Drink Mix 160

These sports drinks contain a pH-sensitive liquid that converts into a hydrogel in the acidic environment of the stomach. This gel protects salt and carbohydrate absorption from being broken down in the stomach. Only in the small intestine, when the hydrogel comes into contact with the intestinal fluid, does it break down, releasing the carbohydrates for absorption.

Scientifically proven & used by the world's top

Maurten isn't based on marketing hype, but on clinical studies and athlete data. Its products are used at the highest levels, from the Tour de France to the Olympic Games. This makes Maurten a choice not only for professionals but also for amateurs who strive for peak performance.

Maurten is your next step to the next level

Are you ready to take your performance to the next level with advanced, stomach-friendly sports nutrition? In our webshop, you'll find the full range of Maurten products, from gels to drink mixes and solids. Order easily online and experience for yourself why so many top athletes swear by Maurten.

Discover Maurten. More energy, fewer complaints. Better results.