Huma Plus (Double Electrolytes) Chia Energy Gel, Variety Pack - Stomach Friendly, Real Food Energy Gels (6 Original and 6 Plus Gels)

Delicious flavors and no stomach upset which has been an issue for me with other formulated products. I used these recently during a trail run and they sustained me better than I expected.

These are perfect for long runs. I like the taste and texture. They are easy on my stomach and give me just the right amount of energy.

Yummy -Effective

I like these gels. I’ve been using them for a couple of years. All of the flavors are good, even ones I would normally go for (I just get the variety pack every time). However, the packet is just a bit too large for the contents. I learned today that this makes them more difficult to consume while peddling than is necessary. I forgot to bring some for my ride today and had to stop at a shop and pick up some alternatives. I ended up with some “GU” packets. Those packets seemed to be just big enough for the contents and it was a LOT easier to consume on the go.I have no intention of switching, because I like the natural ingredients of these and that they are not sweetened with table sugar or some sort of high fructose syrup. I just hope they can be revised for easier on the go usage.

Just raced a 200-mile ultramarathon and these are my current favorite gel of all the many brands I use. I burned 43,000 calories in 96Hours so gels are important! These taste good and don’t make you nauseous. They work really well.

In my opinion, energy gels (of all kinds) are nasty and they take some time to get used to. First time I tried one of these, I gagged a bit. But after some time, I’ve gotten used to them and they no longer make me gag. I really like these one’s compared to other brands because I find them easy to digest and the gel texture is almost like a purée. Also, I definitely get an energy boost after taking at least half a gel. I would recommend putting them in the freezer the night before a run; they won’t freeze, but I find that the cold temperature makes it easier to wash down. Also, take with water.

I took a gamble and used Huma for the first time on an 70k (originally 110k) ultrarunning race in Sept 2024 (Wildstrubel in the Swiss alps) --- Huma kept me going through the countless leg-busting uphills, AND was the first time I had no gastrointestinal distress during the race. (This is especially shocking because previously I would always take Immodium pre-race, and pay for the discomfort later :P)Huma actually tastes good!!! It's not sticky like Gu gels, and actually feels hydrating. I look forward to every squeeze of the packet -- my strategy is to hold it in one hand and slowly dole it out to myself as a treat before every ascent.I was Huma-powered again for my first 100 miler (Midstate Massive) a month later in Oct 2024, and took 3rd place in that race.Yesterday (Nov 2024) I ran Philly marathon with 4 Huma packets (apples & cinnamon, lemon & lime, mango, strawberry lemonade) and broke my PR by 30 min!Needless to say I recommend Huma for any sort of physical activity -- I will definitely be bringing it on my next backpacking trip too. It was even better to listen to "Born to Run" recently, wonder if Huma was related to the Tarahumara (esp because of the chia ingredient), and to realize that was the inspiration :)

I’ve been using Huma gels for over a year and a half & have no plans to stop anytime soon. The flavors are natural, the energy sources are clean & efficient, texture is easy on the stomach & easy to ingest while running. Price point is good enough for me to use for training & competition too which is a plus when you consider other brands like Maurten that are just as clean but harder to sustain that $$$ during long training blocks. I have a fast metabolism & have never had any issues while taking huma gels. As a runner in Miami, FL & after a consult from my dietitian I have switched to huma+ gels from the original to keep my electrolyte intake up. I love all of the flavors, especially the new oranges & mangoes!I’ve recommended it to many runners with a similar palette & metabolism to mine & have seen many of them switch over from brands like Gu & PowerGel. 10/10 recommend giving it a try to see if it’s the right fit for you.