Endurance Energy Isotonic Energy Gel from Applied Nutrition is an excellent food supplement in gel form containing Maltodextrin and Magnesium Lactate. Maltodextrin is made up of glucose polymers, which are chains of glucose molecules that are easily absorbed and digested by the body. Maltodextrin, as a glucose polymer, is made from starch and gets its name because it is made up of dextrose polymers of varying lengths. Unlike dextrose, it does not have a sweet taste. Carbohydrate solutions improve water absorption during exercise and help maintain endurance performance during prolonged endurance exercise. 23g carbohydrates. Zero sugar. Supports muscle recovery.