I would think Luna Bars and Shot Blocks would be OK. Of course, I'm no expert, but they are both kind of simple compared to other products.
What is your doctor exactly against in the Heed? Does he have any specific studies to cite that it's not safe? It's not like you are telling him you are taking EPO! Maybe he thinks Heed is something to "improve" performance? How much does he know about cycling?
I would consult a registered dietician. Maybe I am old fashioned, but considering the crap that most women eat, what you are asking doesn't seem so unreasonable.
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08-13-2010, 03:53 PM #1
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If you're cutting out caffeine, the orange Shot Blocks are caffeinated. None of the rest of them are.
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I had the same question regarding your doc's familiarity with these products. I use Cytomax Sport, and don't see anything on the ingredient list that would give me pause. Same with Clif blocs and gels. Just be careful to avoid those with caffeine.
That said, you could make your own sport drink (do a search here for homemade sport drink). It's not that complicated, and you know for certain what's in it and what's not. Same thing with energy bars. Beyond that, is it really that big of a deal to carry whole foods? I don't eat much in the way of gels or bars, and I get by just fine!
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08-13-2010, 06:01 PM #4
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Everyone's tummies are different--I know for myself, solid food during on a ride can sometimes spell nausea if not instant stomach pain. (One time I almost couldn't go the last 10 miles home on a ride because my stomach hurt so much after eating a tiny portion of raisins during a water break. Originally Posted by indysteel
Beyond that, is it really that big of a deal to carry whole foods? I don't eat much in the way of gels or bars, and I get by just fine!
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But anyway, back to the OP's question, I like Shot Bloks, but the pros/caveats about those have been pretty well covered by other posters I think.
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The July 2010 Consumer's Reports did an review of dietary protein supplements, and found more than one with unhealthy levels of heavy metals in them. this included my favorite recovery drink, Muscle Milk. (which is manufactured be the same company as cytomax). Might be a good time to stick with whole foods, not conglomerations. Tokie
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