And it needs to be the Canadian definition, which unfortunately includes corn. Or does anyone have a good recipe? I'll have to figure out some way to bag it and stuff it in my suit as well.
Sorry for being dense, but since malto is just a pure sugar, surely the origin is irrelevant after processing? You need a high energy density non-malto product instead? I can't think of anything equivalent if so (there are too many problems using fructose or glucose as alternatives for long duration). but others might have a better idea.
Have you considered trying a keto diet, (though I have reservations about that for long distance or anywhere cold, I don't think anyone has proven it's utility in this arena and I'm not going to try it, I'll keep my bioprene, thanks ). Or trying a solids-based feed, like dilute oat porridge?
I don't know anything about the scientific aspects behind maltodextrin and gluten free, but I do have a few recipes for all natural energy bars with rice as a base. I hate gels and those sort of things (too sweet when I'm exercising). I've never tried rice cakes as a sole energy source during a swim, and you can't stick them in your suit, but they are tasty and work well to replace an energy bar. Here's an example:
1. Combine 2 cups uncooked calrose rice and three cups water in a rice cooker. Cook.
2. While rice is cooking, chop up 8 ounces of bacon before frying. Fry and drain grease.
3. Beat 4 eggs and then scramble on high heat.
4. In a large bowl, combine rice, bacon and eggs. Add 2 tablespoons liquid amino acids or low sodium soy sauce. Add brown sugar to taste.
5. After mixing, press into a 8 or 9 inch baking pan to about 1.5 inch thickness.
6. Top with more brown sugar, salt, and/or Parmesan if desired.
7. Cut into 10 squares, wrap individually.
Per serving: 225 calories, 8g fat, 321 mg sodium, 30 g carbohydrates, 1 g fiber, 9 g protein
Source: The Feed Zone Cookbook by Biju Thomas and Allen Lim
One of the sponsors at Swim the Suck was giving out sample packs of these gels. I haven't tried them yet or looked closely at ingredients but they may work for you. No malto. http://ignitenaturals.com/reload-energy-gel.php
Cliff Shot Blocks are 95% organic, and they don't have any corn or gluten. All natural flavorings and coloring. Plus they taste good and don't make me thirsty.
Hello all:
I have been training for Manhattan this year, and my last two long training swims I have taken Maxim and protein plus a few solid munchies.
I’ve felt well fed, but last time I had a terrible, unbeareable itch in both hands that lasted an hour or more.
Today I swam 4 hours, had a bit itch in forearms that dissapeared after an hour during the swim, and as soon as I left the water, the itch on hands, sole of feet and showering I noticed rash on my upper body.
Googled and I think it may be a reaction to maltodextrin, has anyone expirienced this?
I am 5 weeks away from my swim and need to change my food intake!!!
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Gatorade gels contain maltodextrin which comes from corn and therefore is no good for me.
So what else is out there? I'd prefer stuff I can cary in my suit for races.
Have you considered trying a keto diet, (though I have reservations about that for long distance or anywhere cold, I don't think anyone has proven it's utility in this arena and I'm not going to try it, I'll keep my bioprene, thanks ). Or trying a solids-based feed, like dilute oat porridge?
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1. Combine 2 cups uncooked calrose rice and three cups water in a rice cooker. Cook.
2. While rice is cooking, chop up 8 ounces of bacon before frying. Fry and drain grease.
3. Beat 4 eggs and then scramble on high heat.
4. In a large bowl, combine rice, bacon and eggs. Add 2 tablespoons liquid amino acids or low sodium soy sauce. Add brown sugar to taste.
5. After mixing, press into a 8 or 9 inch baking pan to about 1.5 inch thickness.
6. Top with more brown sugar, salt, and/or Parmesan if desired.
7. Cut into 10 squares, wrap individually.
Per serving: 225 calories, 8g fat, 321 mg sodium, 30 g carbohydrates, 1 g fiber, 9 g protein
Source: The Feed Zone Cookbook by Biju Thomas and Allen Lim
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Hello all:
I have been training for Manhattan this year, and my last two long training swims I have taken Maxim and protein plus a few solid munchies.
I’ve felt well fed, but last time I had a terrible, unbeareable itch in both hands that lasted an hour or more.
Today I swam 4 hours, had a bit itch in forearms that dissapeared after an hour during the swim, and as soon as I left the water, the itch on hands, sole of feet and showering I noticed rash on my upper body.
Googled and I think it may be a reaction to maltodextrin, has anyone expirienced this?
I am 5 weeks away from my swim and need to change my food intake!!!