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Vega Sport Sugar-Free Energizer contains ten functional ingredients to help you focus and boost energy so you can power through your yoga class or lower intensity workout—with only 5 calories and no sugar. Use Vega Sport Sugar-Free Energizer to:
Take 20 minutes
before low intensity or short duration exercise. Create a personal nutrition plan.
Green tea
A source of caffeine and antioxidants, green tea supports mental focus and endurance.1 It contains the amino acid L-theanine to promote relaxation and provide energy that is less jittery.2 Antioxidants support inflammation management3
Bryan, J. (2008). Psychological effects of dietary components of tea: caffeine and L-theanine. Nutrition Reviews.66(2):82–90
Ruxton, CHS. (2008). The impact of caffeine on mood, cognitive function, performance and hydration: a review of benefits and risks. British Nutrition Foundation Nutrition Bulletin, 33, 15–25.
Jowkoa E, Sacharukb J, Balasinskac B et al. (2011). Green tea extract supplementation gives protection against exercise-induced oxidative damage in healthy men. Nutrition Research 31:813–821
Panax ginseng
Also known as Chinese or Asian ginseng, Panax ginseng is traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to help enhance physical capacity and performance. 1
Health Canada. (2009). Natural Health Products Database Monograph: Panax Ginseng. Accessed 7/11/13 from http://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/monoReq.do?id=146&lang=eng
Rhodiola
Used in herbal medicine to help relieve symptoms of stress, fatigue and weakness, rhodiola is traditionally used to enhance physical endurance1 by increasing time to fatigue.
Panossian A, Wikmana G, Sarris J. (2010). Rosenroot (Rhodiola rosea): Traditional use, chemical composition, pharmacology and clinical efficacy. Phytomedicine 17. 481–493
Turmeric
Traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine, this vibrant yellow root is a source of curcumin, a powerful antioxidant to support inflammation management.1
Health Canada. (2012). Natural Health Products Database Monograph: Turmeric-oral. Accessed 5/20/13 from http://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/monoReq.do?id=216&lang=eng
Green tea
A source of caffeine and antioxidants, green tea supports mental focus and endurance.1 It contains the amino acid L-theanine to promote relaxation and provide energy that is less jittery.2 Antioxidants support inflammation management3
Bryan, J. (2008). Psychological effects of dietary components of tea: caffeine and L-theanine. Nutrition Reviews.66(2):82–90
Ruxton, CHS. (2008). The impact of caffeine on mood, cognitive function, performance and hydration: a review of benefits and risks. British Nutrition Foundation Nutrition Bulletin, 33, 15–25.
Jowkoa E, Sacharukb J, Balasinskac B et al. (2011). Green tea extract supplementation gives protection against exercise-induced oxidative damage in healthy men. Nutrition Research 31:813–821
Panax ginseng
Also known as Chinese or Asian ginseng, Panax ginseng is traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to help enhance physical capacity and performance. 1
Health Canada. (2009). Natural Health Products Database Monograph: Panax Ginseng. Accessed 7/11/13 from http://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/monoReq.do?id=146&lang=eng
Rhodiola
Used in herbal medicine to help relieve symptoms of stress, fatigue and weakness, rhodiola is traditionally used to enhance physical endurance1 by increasing time to fatigue.
Panossian A, Wikmana G, Sarris J. (2010). Rosenroot (Rhodiola rosea): Traditional use, chemical composition, pharmacology and clinical efficacy. Phytomedicine 17. 481–493
Turmeric
Traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine, this vibrant yellow root is a source of curcumin, a powerful antioxidant to support inflammation management.1
Health Canada. (2012). Natural Health Products Database Monograph: Turmeric-oral. Accessed 5/20/13 from http://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/monoReq.do?id=216&lang=eng
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Together, caffeine and rhodiola help to increase immediate energy and sustain endurance. While the exact mechanism behind why caffeine supports performance is under debate, caffeine is widely accepted for its ability to increase endurance.[1] Traditionally the herb rhodiola has been used to enhance physical endurance by increasing time to fatigue.[2] Each serving of Vega Sport Sugar-Free Energizer contains 100mg of caffeine (from green tea and yerba maté) as well as 100mg of rhodiola.
To get you in the zone mentally, the combination of L-theanine and caffeine from green tea provides focus without the jitters.[3] With your head in the game you’ll be able to push your body even further.
Instead of just fueling today’s workout, look at the big picture. Vega Sport Sugar-Free Energizer helps to fuel long-term success. Devil’s claw is added for joint support.[4] Turmeric —which includes the active compound curcumin—is used in traditional herbal medicine to help reduce inflammation.[5] Panax Ginseng is used in herbal medicine to help enhance physical capacity and performance for the long run.[6]
Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are taking any medication or have a medical or serious underlying condition. Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding. For adults only. This product is not intended as a substitute for sleep.
[1] Yeo, SE, Jentjens RLPG, Wallis GA, Jeukendrup AE. (2005). Caffeine increases exogenous carbohydrate oxidation during exercise. Journal of Applied Physiology. 99(3): 844-850. Accessed 4/19/13 from http://jap.physiology.org/content/99/3/844.long
[2] Panossian A, Wikmana G, Sarris J. (2010). Rosenroot (Rhodiola rosea): Traditional use, chemical composition, pharmacology and clinical efficacy. Phytomedicine 17. 481–493
[3] Bryan J. (2008). Psychological effects of dietary components of tea: caffeine and L-theanine. Nutrition Reviews. 66(2):82–90
[4] Mills S, Bone K. (2005). The Essential Guide to Herbal Safety. St. Louis (MO): Elsevier Churchill Livingstone.
[5] ESCOP (2003): ESCOP Monographs: The Scientific Foundation for Herbal Medicinal Products, 2nd edition. Exeter (Great Britian).
[6] Health Canada.(2009) Natural Health Products Database: Panax Ginseng. Accessed 7/5/13 from http://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/monoReq.do?id=146&lang=eng
Vega Sport Sugar-Free Energizer |
Vega Sport Pre-Workout Energizer |
| Running for up to 30 minutes | Running for more than 30 minutes |
| Cycling for up to 30 minutes | Cycling for more than 30 minutes |
| Swimming for up to 30 minutes | Swimming for more than 30 minutes |
| Walking for up to 60 minutes | Walking for more than 60 minutes |
| Yoga (depending on intensity) for up to 90 minutes | Power yoga for more than 60 minutes |
| Pilates for up to 60 minutes | Hockey, soccer or basketball games/practices of more than 30 minutes |
| Strength training up to 30 minutes (depending on intensity) | Intense strength training for more than 30 minutes |
| High intensity intervals or Crossfit-style training for less than 30 minutes | High intensity intervals or Crossfit-style training for more than 30 minutes |
There is 100 mg of caffeine from naturally occurring sources in one serving of Vega Sport Sugar-Free Energizer. The sources of caffeine are green tea and yerba maté. One 8 oz/250ml cup of coffee has between 100 and 135 mg of caffeine in it.
Experts say that adults should limit their intake to 200 mg of caffeine per day.[1] Vega Sport Sugar-Free Energizer contains 100mg of caffeine from green tea and yerba mate to enhance mental focus and support endurance. This product is not intended as a substitute for sleep.
Because Vega Sport Sugar-Free Energizer contains caffeine, neither product is recommended for children. If you have further questions please consult your health care practitioner.
[1] Food and Drug Administration (2007). Caffeine and Your Body Accessed 4/25/13 from http://www.fda.gov/downloads/Drugs/ResourcesForYou/Consumers/BuyingUsingMedicineSafely/UnderstandingOver-the-CounterMedicines/UCM205286.pdf
Health Canada.(2012). Caffeine in Food. Accessed 4/25/13 from http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fn-an/securit/addit/caf/food-caf-aliments-eng.php
Vega Sport products are Informed Choice certified. The Informed Choice program provides assurance that all Vega Sport products have been tested for substances on the World Anti-Doping Agency list of banned substances and are safe for athletes to use.
