Product Development of Rice Energy Gel and Effect on Blood Glucose and Lactate Concentration in General Sport Subject

Origins of thirstiness sensation and current food solutions

“…Sports drinks have been developed to provide correct hydration for athletes (Meyer et al., 2019; Simulescu et al., 2019). They are used in both adults and younger athletes (Fields et al., 2015) and theoretically allow longer exercise without fatigue (Scrivin & Black, 2018; Tharnpichet et al., 2019). These sports gels usually come in one‐dose packs of around 20−60 g that are designed to be drunk on the go.…”

Influence of physicochemical properties on the production of alternative healthy gummy jelly from tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) skin with added Thai rice powder

“…As food and exercise are understood to be major factors that affect personal health and well-being, consumers have become increasingly health-conscious ( Tharnpichet, Jirarattanarangsri, Osiriphun, Peepathum, & Mitranun, 2019 ). There is now a heightened demand from health-conscious consumers for the natural health products used by athletes ( Too et al, 2012 ).…”

“…There is now a heightened demand from health-conscious consumers for the natural health products used by athletes ( Too et al, 2012 ). As a result, several sports drink products, such as sports powders and energy sports gels, which are portable and designated to fit with their function as natural health products, have been developed as alternatives for athletes who want to exercise longer without experiencing fatigue ( Tharnpichet et al, 2019 ). Although many sports food supplements are available on the market, no gummy jelly products produced from fish skin waste (a protein source) and rice powder (a carbohydrate source) have yet been developed.…”

“…In Thailand, rice is a staple food that is a nutritional source of carbohydrates, and so may be used as a supplementary energy product for athletes ( Tharnpichet et al, 2019 ). Different combinations of rice powders may be prepared that comprise a mixture of carbohydrate sources, and these allow for greater absorption and utilization, which can be beneficial during prolonged exercise ( Too et al, 2012 ).…”