PERFORMANCE SETE® contains a scientifically formulated concentration of carbohydrates (glucose) and electrolytes. The quantity and ratio of glucose and electrolytes have been chosen in order to optimize the rate at which these substances can be used by the muscles. Solutions, which are marginally hypotonic (that is are below the osmolality of the body), are known to be emptied quickly from the stomach and have the potential to be absorbed the most rapidly. (Leiper, 1998). The composition of carbohydrates in PERFORMANCE SETE® enables a constant release and supply of glucose into the blood, enabling glycogen sparing in the muscles, helping to delay the feeling of exhaustion.
In order to help counteract losses in plasma electrolytes PERFORMANCE SETE® contains the electrolytes: sodium (Na), potassium (K), magnesium (Mg), and chloride (Cl). Endurance performance relies upon the balanced interplay of electrolytes, without which performance can be compromised, cramps may develop, or premature symptoms of fatigue may occur.
The adaptogenic herbal extract Eleutherococcus helps to increase resistance to the added psycho-physical stress that exercise can place on the body. This makes PERFORMANCE SETE® valuable for sports where increased physical endurance and the capacity to resist to fatigue are extremely important.