Carbs

CARBOHYDRATES (Carbs) are one of the three (3) macronutrients needed to sustain life. They are also the preferred energy substrate of your skeletal muscles. Except for fibre they provide 4 calories per gram.

Generally, most people consume adequate levels of carbs in their diet. However, athletes, people with a high metabolism (Ectomorph), individuals trying to gain muscle/weight or physically active people may need to supplement with carbs around training or in addition to meals.

CARBS COME IN THREE (3) FORMS

SIMPLE – sugars which are generally faster absorbed excluding fructose (slow).
COMPLEX – longer chains of sugars joined together that are generally slower absorbed excluding maltodextrin (fast).
FIBRE – provides gut health and microbiome energy but doesn’t contribute to muscle energy.

Carbs are given a score of 0-100 called GI (Glycaemic Index). The higher the number the faster the carb absorbs into the blood stream. Glucose has a GI of 100. This makes it the fastest absorbing carb.

For the most part you want the carbohydrates you eat from food during the day to be low GI. However, around training you may need to supplement with high GI carbs.

The best high GI carbs to supplement around training are glucose and maltodextrin because they are quickly absorbed, well tolerated and create a greater increase in insulin.

This boost in insulin helps create an anabolic muscle building state while increasing glycogen (muscle energy) recovery.

Insulin also helps increase the absorption of other nutrients and amino acids including Beta Alanine, Creatine, Citrulline, Glutamine etc.

Glucose and Maltodextrin are incredibly easily digested and absorbed so create very little, if any digestive issues. That said, if you are supplementing with simple carbs during training you should keep your solution to no greater than 7%. That means 7g of carbs per 100ml of water.

Consume 20 – 75g of carbs during or immediately after exercise to support exercise performance and recovery.

Consume 20 – 50g around meals to add additional calories for weight gain.

Be sure to increase water consumption with the addition of carbohydrates as they hold water intracellular and may leave your body dehydrated if you don’t simultaneously increase hydration.

IS YOUR PURE CARB POWDER 100% PURE?
Yes. We use only 100% Pure HPLC tested ingredients in our Essentials Series.

IS PURE CARB POWDER GLUTEN, DAIRY & SOY FREE?
Although our Pure Carb Powder has no added gluten, dairy or soy containing ingredients. However, It is manufactured in a facility that processes wheat, tree nuts, seeds, dairy, soy and fish containing ingredients.

IS PURE CARB POWDER LOW FODMAP?
Yes. Both Glucose & Maltodextrin are considered low FODMAP. However, it is best to avoid too many simple or fast absorbing carbs on a FODMAP elimination diet.

IS PURE CARB POWDER VEGAN FRIENDLY?
Yes. No animals have been harmed in the making of our Pure Carb Powder. It comes from coconuts.

IS PURE CARB POWDER KETO FRIENDLY?
Yes. There are ZERO added sugars in our Pure Carb Powder. MCT also converts into ketones.

IS PURE CARB POWDER FLAVOURED & SWEETENED?
No. We use only the 100% Pure Carb Powder with zero flavours and sweeteners.

DOES PURE CARB POWDER CONTAIN ANY ARTIFICIAL COLOURS?
No. We do not use any synthetic colours in the SWITCH NUTRITION range.

IS PURE CARB POWDER AUSTRALIAN MADE?
Our Pure Carb Powder is packed in Australia using the highest quality 100% pure ingredients.

HOW DO I KNOW PURE CARB POWDER IS A QUALITY PRODUCT?
We only use the highest quality 100% pure HPLC tested Pure Carb Powder. It is packed in a HACCP and GMP certified facility. This process guarantees the highest quality product and provides the best results.

WHEN SHOULD I TAKE PURE CARB POWDER?
Pure Carb Powder can be added to any drinks, shakes, or consumed with any meals that need more carbohydrates.

DO I NEED TO CYCLE PURE CARB POWDER?
Carbs are a necessary daily energy source for most people. If you need extra energy or to boost insulin to support exercise recovery, then our Pure Carb Powder can be used any day as needed.

CAN I HAVE PURE CARB POWDER AT NIGHT?
Yes. You can have Pure Carb Powder any time of the day.

CAN I GIVE PURE CARB POWDER TO MY CHILDREN?
Although our Pure Carb Powder is a whole food extracted product (non-GMO corn), we cannot recommend it for children. You should always check with your primary care provider before administering any new supplementation to your children.

CAN I USE PURE CARB POWDER WHILE PREGNANT OR BREAST FEEDING?
Although our Pure Carb Powder is 100% natural whole food extracted product (non-GMO corn), we cannot recommend it for pregnant or breast-feeding women. You should always check with your primary care provider before commencing any new supplementation while pregnant or breast feeding.

CAN I USE PURE CARB POWDER WHILE ON MEDICATION?
Although our Pure Carb Powder is 100% natural whole food extracted product (non-GMO corn), you should always check with your prescribing physician before commencing any new supplementation if you are on medication.

DOES PURE CARB POWDER CONTAIN CAFFEINE OR OTHER STIMULANTS?
No. There are zero stimulants in our Pure Carb Powder.

WHY DOES PURE CARB POWDER CONTAIN 2 SOURCES OF CARBS?
Pure Carb Powder is designed to be the fastest absorbing source of energy. In order to achieve this we used the two fastest absorbing carbs with the highest GI (Glycaemic Index). We feel this gives a good balance of simple sugars and complex carbs to achieve the desired result.

CAN I USE ANYTHING ELSE WITH PURE CARB POWDER FOR BETTER RESULTS?
We recommend using it with POWER SWITCH™ before exercise for that extra energy boost.

AMINO SWITCH™ combines well with our Pure Carb Powder for intra or post workout energy production and recovery. Carbohydrates help to boost the absorption of amino acids.

Pure Carb Powder can also be added to PROTEIN SWITCH™ as an easy way to get your daily dose of carbs and protein.