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Originally Posted by MAK
I'd like some recommendations for bars or snacks for on the road nutrition. I use CamelBak Elixir to drink so my fluids and electrolytes are being replenished but I need some sort of back pocket food. I'm concerned with the bars because the ones I've seen are 25 to 50 carbs each and I'd like to avoid having my blood sugar spiking/dropping/spiking/dropping. I'm stiil a bit overweight so I'd rather access "stored" fat and sugar rather than just adding to it, but I need the energy boost so I'll value any legitimate suggestions.

Thank you.
Whether you are type I or type II has a big impact on this.

Generally, a hydration drink (with carbs) is the best choice to keep your blood sugar constant. And if you want to lose weight, your best bet is to keep your blood sugar constant. I like newtons and/or bagels as a supplement to my hydration drink, but it's a very personal choice. Complex carbs are good, and you don't want to have much fat.

Trying to limit your carbs during your workout has problems.

First, you need the sugar to metabolize fat. Your sugar stores are limited, and when you run out of them, you will "bonk". That's something that you don't want to happen, as it's not pleasant.

Second, keeping your blood sugar constant means you are less hungry when you finish.

Simple and complex sugar during workout is the only time it's okay to have them. They have a bad effect otherwise, but not while you're exercising...
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