Sustagen Sport
Manufacturer: Mead Johnson Nutritionals
Category: Sports product and supplement (meal replacement drink)
Cost: $16.95 for 900g tin, makes 15 serves (powder)
Available from: Most supermarkets and pharmacies
Ingredients: (Chocolate flavour) Non-fat milk solids, Sucrose, Cocoa, Dried glucose syrup, Flavour, Vitamins (vitamin C, DL-alpha tocopherol acetate, Vitamin A palmitate, Niacinamide, Cholecalciferol, 101, Pyridoxine hydrochloride, Thiamin hydrochloride, Folic acid, Vitamin B12), Minerals (343, Ferrous sulphate, Zinc sulphate, Potassium iodide).
Flavours available: Chocolate and Vanilla
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per serve* |
|---|---|---|
| Energy - kJ | 1,567 | 940 |
| Energy - calories | 375 | 225 |
| Protein (g) | 24.5 | 14.7 |
| Fat (g) | 1.1 | 0.7 |
| Carbohydrate (g) | 65.3 | 39.2 |
| Sodium (mg) | 250 | 150 |
| Potassium (mg) | 1235 | 741 |
| Iron (mg) | 10 | 6** |
| Calcium (mg) | 667 | 400 |
| Other vitamins & minerals | 40% RDI for Phosphorus, Vit A and C | |
| Other vitamins & minerals |
35% RDI for Vit B1, B2, B3, B12, folic acid |
|
| Other vitamins & minerals | 25%RDI for Vit A, D, B6, Magnesium, Zinc, Iodine | |
| *Serve size = 60g powder made with 165ml water |
Comments:
- Sustagen Sport is a compact energy and nutrient supplement for a high energy diet. It is high in protein, carbohydrates, calcium, and iron and low in fat.
- Instructions are to make with water or low-fat milk depending on taste, however energy, protein and carbohydrate content are good regardless.
- Powder dissolves quickly in both water and milk and is pleasant tasting.
- Can be digested more quickly then a food snack and will reduce stomach discomfort and help increase fluid intake.
Suitable for:
- Athletes to use as part of a high energy training diet to provide additional protein, iron and energy to maximize recovery between training sessions.
- Can be used by athletes as a snack or liquid meal supplement for pre- and/or post competition meal.
- Used as a supplement when lack of appetite (due to nerves or having to eat close to start of event) or when travelling.
- Athletes with restricted energy intakes should use this product with care. Real food choices may be a more appropriate alternative in some situations.
Rating:
4.5/5
The rating system is on a scale of 1-5. Below are the classifications for these.
1 = Very Poor choice
2 = Not recommended
3 = Suitable for some individuals /athletes in specific situations
4 = Overall a good product. Meets the majority of requirements and will suit most situations
5 = Great product, well formulated and will suit most individuals and situations.
Reviewed by Ellen Louise Curtis
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