Scitec Nutrition Cyclic Dextrin 1000 g unflavoured

Cyclic Dextrin

Scitec Cyclic Dextrin is a high-molecular-weight drink powder that provides a complex source of carbohydrates, making it the ideal choice for recovery after intense and/or prolonged workouts, as well as for a sustained energy supply during continuous exertion. The sugar-free, unflavored formula is excellent for combining with other flavored products before or during training.

What is cyclic dextrin (Cluster Dextrin®)?

Highly branched cyclic dextrin (HBCD) is a unique source of carbohydrates produced through a patented process. Unlike traditional carbohydrates (such as regular maltodextrin or glucose), HBCD has a high molecular weight and extremely low osmolality.

Research in sports science and clinical studies highlight that this special structure allows HBCD to pass quickly through the stomach without causing stomach discomfort (such as bloating or a feeling of fullness). After leaving the stomach, it is evenly absorbed in the small intestine, providing the body with a stable and long-lasting supply of energy during endurance and strength sports, while preventing sudden drops in blood sugar levels that impair performance.

High-intensity and/or prolonged physical activity leads to muscle fatigue and depletion of glycogen stores in skeletal muscle (carbohydrate stores). The carbohydrates in Scitec Cyclic Dextrin have been shown to contribute to the restoration of normal muscle function (contraction). (EFSA, 2013) The beneficial effect is achieved if the athlete consumes a total of 4 g of carbohydrates per kilogram of body weight from any source within the first 4 hours, but no later than 6 hours after exercise. (EFSA, 2013)

Serving and usage instructions: Mix 1 serving (25 g) of the product with 300–400 ml of water in a shaker. The product is ideal for hydration during training to maintain stable energy levels or immediately after training to quickly replenish depleted glycogen stores.

Sources:

Furuyashiki, T., Tanimoto, H., Yokoyama, Y., Kitaura, Y., Kuriki, T., & Shimomura, Y. (2014). Effects of ingesting highly branched cyclic dextrin during endurance exercise on rating of perceived exertion and blood components associated with energy metabolism. Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry, 78(12), 2117–2119.https://doi.org/10.1080/09168451.2014.943654

Shiraki, T., Kometani, T., Yoshitani, K., Takata, H., & Nomura, T. (2015). Evaluation of Exercise Performance with the Intake of Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin in Athletes. Food Science and Technology Research, 21(3), 499–502.https://doi.org/10.3136/fstr.21.499

Takii, H., Kometani, T., Nishimura, T., Kuriki, T., & Fushiki, T. (2004). A sports drink based on highly branched cyclic dextrin causes few gastrointestinal disorders in untrained men during bicycle exercise. Food Science and Technology Research, 10(4), 428–431.https://doi.org/10.3136/fstr.10.428

EFSA Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition, and Allergies (NDA). (2013). Scientific Opinion on the substantiation of a health claim related to carbohydrates and recovery of normal muscle function (contraction) after highly intensive and/or long-lasting physical exercise leading to muscle fatigue and the depletion of skeletal muscle glycogen stores pursuant to Article 13(5) of Regulation (EC) No. 1924/2006. EFSA Journal, 11(10), 3409.https://doi.org/10.2903/j.efsa.2013.3409

* <0.5 grams of sugar per 100 ml of the beverage when prepared for consumption.

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