What's
in RTN CARB FUEL?
RTN CARB FUEL is made of 100%
Pure Granulated maltodextrin.
What is Pure
Granulated maltodextrin?
Pure
Granulated maltodextrin is actually a complex
carbohydrate made from either corn, rice or potato starch, but its molecular
chain is shorter than other complex carbs. As well, it consists of loosely
bonded glucose molecules. And like dextrose, maltodextrin is absorbed
directly through the gut.
Maltodextrin is quickly broken down into glucose after
consumption; this causes a rapid spike in blood insulin levels.
While the body can use fat and proteins for energy,
glucose is needed so that the body can perform at optimal levels when training.
Glucose is the preferred fuel source for the working
muscles and the brain, and surplus glucose is stored in the liver and muscle to
be used at a later date.
If the energy stores are full in the muscle and liver,
the glucose is then converted into body fat. This is why consuming the right
amount of maltodextrin/carbs is essential for building muscle, fuelling
your gym schedule and metabolism.
Too many carbs
is the issue due to its adverse effect on increasing your percentage body fat
but the right amount is absolutely paramount in you achieving your physique
goals. The question is ‘how does maltodextrin boost your muscle mass?’
As mentioned previously, maltodextrin causes a rapid
spike in the body’s insulin levels. In fact maltodextrin is the best and most
effective supplement on the market to spike up your insulin levels.
Insulin is the
key anabolic hormone that aids gains in muscle mass by
increasing the transportation of amino acids into the skeletal muscle.
This is a huge
catalyst for protein synthesis because the glucose binds with the muscle cell
and creates a barrage of reactions that aid muscle growth.
Insulin also
counteracts cortisol and it is this mechanism that prevents muscle loss, as cortisol is catabolic
and breaks down the muscle proteins.
Therefore, when insulin levels are raised, cortisol
levels are lowered and this stops the cortisol trying to break down the muscle
proteins as fuel. This is indeed the principal anti-catabolic role of insulin.
In addition, when you are training hard the body can
move into a catabolic state and cortisol levels tend to be high.
Some of the muscle loss can be prevented by consuming
maltodextrin before and after training.
After training your body is in a catabolic state until
and it’s very sensitive to protein and carb consumption.
This is the optimal time to consume maltodextrin as it
has very high glycemic properties and it acts upon the body as follows:
·
Increases protein synthesis by
acting on the muscles during this post exercise state
·
Replenishes energy stores that
you have used during your training session
·
Decreases recovery times via
the insulin driving the glucose, amino acids, minerals & vitamins into the
muscle cells
·
Prepares your body correctly
for the next training session
Additional Benefits
After a hard
session pumping out the weight, many people ingest a protein shake to aid
muscle growth and recovery. Your body will inevitably convert some of this
protein shake into energy instead of using it to feed the muscles.
You really want to avoid this from happening as this
will reduce your success rate at building muscle due to poor and decreased
nutrient delivery.
By adding maltodextrin into your post exercise
supplementation routine will not only replenish your muscle glycogen stores but
will also stop your protein shake being converted into energy.
This in turn will increase your body’s uptake of
protein and these amino acids can be used as building blocks and driven into
the muscle by the high levels of insulin.
Maltodextrin should be consumed continuously when
training, as many professional bodybuilders tend to use it up to 2 weeks before
competing.
Sustaining muscle mass is vital for you to
achieve your lean muscular body, especially when in the cutting phase of your
program.
Due to the fast acting nature of maltodextrin it’s
highly unlikely that it will be stored as fat and will be utilised rapidly post
exercise supporting weight loss and muscle gain.
Malnourished
muscle can get cannibalised post exercise for energy usage. By adding
maltodextrin to your protein shakes or by buying a product that contains both
will stop this from happening.
By supplying the
muscle with the right fuel will allow more effective fat burning to
occur, increase your metabolic rate and will inevitably increase muscle mass.
Nutrition
Facts
Serving Size: 2
Scoops (56 grams)
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Amount Per Serving
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Calories
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210
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Calories from Fat
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0
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Total Fat
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0
g
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0%
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Saturated Fat
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0
g
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0%
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Trans Fat
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0
g
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0%
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Cholesterol
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0
g
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0%
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Sodium
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40
mg
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2%
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Total Carbohydrate
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53
g
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18%
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Dietary Fiber
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0
g
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0%
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Sugars
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2
g
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Protein
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0
g
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* Percent Daily Values
are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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INGREDIENTS: Pure granulated
maltodextrin.
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KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN. DO NOT USE IF SAFETY SEAL IS DAMAGED OR MISSING .STORE IN A COOL,
DRY PLACE.
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SUGGESTED USE: 1 to 2 servings daily or as directed by a
healthcare professional. For best results, mix with beverage of choice 30-45
minutes before training and again after training to help with recovery.
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Do not exceed recommended
dose. Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under 18, and individuals with a
known medical condition including high blood sugar should consult a physician
before using this or any dietary supplement. This product is processed in a
facility that handles milk, soy, wheat, egg, peanuts, tree nuts, fish and
crustacean shellfish.
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These statements have not
been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not
intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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