Carbohydrate supplements, Cyclic Dextrin (Most Expensive), Maltodextrose and Dextrose (Least expensive) all have a similar goal of improving performance essentially allowing you to go harder for longer. But are all these carbohydrate supplements created equal?

We take a look at what these things actually are and then dive into the latest scientific research on carbohydrate supplements to see if there's any benefit to be had! One particular paper on swimming proved very enlightening! (Although the dose was really high!)

We also discuss if it's worth taking these carbohydrate supplements and whom they might be best suited to. Before any supplementation though you should try through your diet hence why towards the end we give some information on what your rough total daily carb intake should be.

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If you have diabetes please consult a medical professional before any carbohydrate supplement is taken. This goes for everyone but due to the nature of these types of supplements, those with diabetes are at greater health risk.

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Studies Mentioned

Carbohydrate Supplementation during Exercise

Evaluation of Exercise Performance with the Intake of Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin in Athletes

A Sports Drink Based on Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin Generates Few Gastrointestinal Disorders in Untrained Men during Bicycle Exercise

Fluids Containing a Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin Influence the Gastric Emptying Rate

Effects of ingesting highly branched cyclic dextrin during endurance exercise on rating of perceived exertion and blood components associated with energy metabolism

Factors limiting gastric emptying during rest and exercise 

Nutrition, Health, and Regulatory Aspects of Digestible Maltodextrin

Fructose Coingestion Does Not Accelerate Postexercise Muscle Glycogen Repletion