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product_id: 729610672
title: "GU Energy Original Sports Nutrition Energy Gel, 8-Count, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Kosher, and Dairy-Free On-the-Go Energy for Any Workout, Raspberry Lemonade"
brand: "gu energy"
price: "R995"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Gu Energy"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/729610672-gu-energy-original-sports-nutrition-energy-gel-8-count-vegan
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 100 calories per packet Electrolytes: 55mg Sodium & 30mg Potassium Dual-source energy (maltodextrin + fructose) GU Energy Original Sports Nutrition Energy Gel, 8-Count, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Kosher, and Dairy-Free On-the-Go Energy for Any Workout, Raspberry Lemonade

**Brand:** gu energy
**Price:** R995
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Fuel your grind, crush your goals, and never miss a beat!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** GU Energy Original Sports Nutrition Energy Gel, 8-Count, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Kosher, and Dairy-Free On-the-Go Energy for Any Workout, Raspberry Lemonade by gu energy
- **How much does it cost?** R995 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/729610672-gu-energy-original-sports-nutrition-energy-gel-8-count-vegan)

## Best For

- gu energy enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted gu energy brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
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## Key Features

- • **Hydrate & Perform:** Electrolytes maintain water balance—perfect for every workout or race
- • **Dual-Pathway Carb Fuel:** Maltodextrin and fructose combine for rapid, lasting energy absorption
- • **Muscle & Mind Recovery:** Branched-chain amino acids reduce muscle damage and mental fatigue
- • **Sustained Energy Boost:** 100 calories packed in a sleek, portable gel for on-the-go power
- • **Clean & Inclusive Formula:** Vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and kosher to fit your lifestyle

## Overview

GU Energy Original Sports Nutrition Energy Gel delivers 100 calories of dual-source carbohydrates and essential electrolytes in a compact, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free packet. Designed for endurance athletes, it supports sustained energy, muscle recovery, and hydration during any workout or race. The Raspberry Lemonade flavor is caffeine-free and part of a community-driven initiative supporting inclusive and respectful outdoor running.

## Description

GU Original Sports Nutrition Energy Gel is the energy gel that started it all. In 1993, Dr. Bill Vaughn developed the world’s first energy gel to help his daughter perform better during ultra-marathons, and GU has been helping to propel the world’s most successful extreme athletes to success ever since. GU Energy Gel sustains all forms of athletic activity with a highly compact, portable, and calorie-dense packet that is loaded with carbohydrates for rapid absorption. Branched-chain amino acids limit muscle fiber damage and increase speed of recovery, and extra electrolytes help maintain water balance. Some flavors feature caffeine to increase concentration. While the original formula has been tweaked and evolved over the years, the end result is still the same: GU Energy Gels fuel the best endurance athletes in the world. GU Original Energy Gel comes in a wide variety of good tasting flavors. With the release of the new Raspberry Lemonade Gel, GU is honored to support Rising Hearts and its Running on Native Lands initiative - a program that aims to make it common practice to acknowledge a respectful connection with the land, recognizing that the trails and roads we are privileged to run on are borrowed. Proceeds from the sale of this Gel will support Rising Hearts. Together, all of us can help make the running community and the outdoor places where we play more accessible, safe, supportive, inclusive, and visible.

Review: We used these to prepare for a marathon!
Review: Lemonade flavor is surprisingly good. The tart of the lemon helps cut the super sugary part of the gel.

## Features

- The Original Sports Nutrition Energy Gel designed to help athletes perform their best; 100 calories and essential electrolytes in a portable packet
- Dual source energy from maltodextrin and fructose that use non-competing pathways for efficient absorption and lasting energy whether running, biking, hiking, or skiing
- Use for training or racing year-round! Take one packet every 20-30 minutes during activity and make sure to hydrate.
- Branched-chain amino acids to help decrease muscle damage and mental fatigue
- Raspberry Lemonade is Caffeine Free, Vegan, and Gluten Free. Contains 55mg Sodium, 30mg Potassium

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BTJBFK77 |
| Additives | Maltodextrin, Fructose, Natural Flavors, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Potassium Citrate, Calcium Carbonate, L-Valine, Sea Salt, Gellan Gum, L-Isoleucine, Medium Chain Triglycerides, BCAA Blend (L-Leucine) |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #42,265 in Health ( See Top 100 in Health ) #318 in Endurance & Energy Consumables |
| Brand | GU Energy |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (645) |
| Date First Available | 22 May 2025 |
| Format | Gel |
| Item model number | 124913 |
| Manufacturer | GU Energy |
| Package Information | Box |
| Product Dimensions | 5.08 x 8.89 x 10.8 cm; 31.18 g |
| Product Name | Energy Gel with Electrolytes |
| Special Feature | Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Kosher |
| Units | 8.8 Grams |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** GU Energy
- **Diet type:** Vegan
- **Flavour:** Raspberry Lemonade
- **Item form:** Gel
- **Number of Items:** 8

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Flavor** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by D***. on 22 January 2026*

We used these to prepare for a marathon!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***R on 27 December 2025*

Lemonade flavor is surprisingly good. The tart of the lemon helps cut the super sugary part of the gel.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by O***N on 20 November 2025*

Compared to other gels they were gritty and had decent taste. I had no issues with them and thought they were a good deal.

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-08*