Battle of the carbo-slime: are energy gels a cyclist's salvation - or just a gooey mess?

Article Abstract:

Energy gels are an ideal nutrient source for bikers as they contain carbohydrates that the muscles need during exercise. They come in convenient single-serve foil packages that can be sucked while riding. Gels may contain medium chain triglycerides, caffeine/guarana, ginseng or amino acids.

Food and nutrition, Isotonic beverages, Energy drinks

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The big dope

Article Abstract:

Drug abuse is a prevalent practice in European cycling. Several former mountain bike champions were even discovered to have high hematrocrit levels. The most common cause of this substance abuse is said to be defeat in competitions.

Reports, Drug abuse

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