Download SoLo GI - FAQ`S

SoLo GI - FAQ’S
HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT SOLO BARS AND THEIR DIETARY BENEFITS?
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SoLo Bars are a nutritious and delicious snack choice for every member of the family – including kids! But why
is SoLo better than other energy and nutrition bars?
SoLo wins by being the only very low glycemic bars (GI 23-30) on the market validated by University Researchers; while
also combining the best taste, nutritional balance and low sodium content. While other bars might offer a quick boost
up front, SoLo provides sustained fuel delivery by allowing for a slow and steady release of glucose into the bloodstream.
SoLo Bars are designed with an optimum nutritional balance of protein, carbohydrates, dietary fat and fiber to provide
the best combination for optimized fuel delivery and the nutrients your body needs.
What is the Glycemic Index (GI)?
The Glycemic Index is a ranking of how fast and how much a carbohydrate containing food affects blood sugar (compared
to glucose, ranked at 100). The higher the GI ranking of a food, the quicker the carbohydrates are digested and raise blood
sugar. For sustained energy, weight and blood sugar management, the lower and slower the rise in blood sugar (GI), the
better. Low GI foods are broken down slowly and provide a gradual release of sugar into the blood, providing longerlasting energy.
What are the benefits of choosing a low GI snack?
SoLo GI Bars are a nutritionally rich grab and go snack that leave you feeling satisfied and energetic longer. The slowburning carbohydrates in SoLo Bars prevent the “Spike, Crash and Crave” cycle from occurring. Other leading energy bars
can leave you feeling full and energetic momentarily but then energy levels tend to fade and cravings for another snack
soon begin in order to raise blood sugar levels back up again. Sustained energy, blood-sugar management and weight
loss are a few of the many benefits of low GI snacks.
Why are the carbohydrates in SoLo so important?
Carbohydrates are the perfect fuel source for your working muscles during physical activity. When carbohydrates are
digested, they are transformed into glucose, which is absorbed into the bloodstream, where it has a profound effect
on many operations of the body. Glucose is the sugar your body uses to fuel your brain and central nervous system for
energy. SoLo’s unique low glycemic profile allows for a slow and steady release of glucose into the cells and working
muscles, thereby providing longer lasting fuel and sustained energy as a result.
What about the sugar content in SoLo?
Carbohydrates (sugars) are nature’s preferred fuel source for the body. SoLo has specifically selected a combination of
low glycemic carbs and sugar including fruit purees, brown rice syrup, honey and fructose for their ability to provide a
gradual and sustained release of sugar, which provides energy to the body, mind and working muscles.
Are SoLo Bars diabetic friendly?
SoLo Bars conform to the Canadian Diabetes Association Clinical Practice Guidelines and may be a good choice for people
with diabetes to help them manage blood sugar throughout the day. They provide a convenient and nutritionally balanced
snack as a healthy choice between meals and before bedtime. Visit our website for a complete list of third-party scientific
studies using SoLo Bars.
Do SoLo Bars contain sugar alcohols or artificial sweeteners?
SoLo does not contain sugar alcohols or artificial sweeteners. Sugar alcohols provide little to no carbohydrates (energy)
and are known to cause gastrointestinal upset, as the body does not have the ability to digest them properly. Artificial
sweeteners are non-caloric, taking the place of carbohydrates that are so critical to providing energy to working muscles.
The bars are all-natural and sweetened with fruit purees, brown rice syrup, honey and fructose – providing real and
lasting energy. tened with fruit purees, brown rice syrup, honey and fructose – providing real and lasting energy.
Are SoLo Bars gluten-free?
Yes, SoLo Bars are gluten-free certified by the Canadian Celiac Association.
Do SoLo Bars contain hydrogenated oils or trans fats?
No – SoLo contains only non-hydrogenated oils and no trans fats. The coating on the SoLo bars contain palm kernel oil,
which is required to maintain stability of the bar coating and also protect the bar from hardening. Palm kernel oil is a
natural fat, which is not a source of trans fat.
Are SoLo Bars Kosher Certified?
Yes, SoLo Bars are certified OUD Kosher by the Orthodox Union.
Are SoLo Bars Non-GMO?
SoLo Bars are a healthy snack alternative for kids!
As a natural health product company, SoLo is committed to environmental sustainability and the use of premium,
natural, high-quality ingredients from environmentally and socially responsible resources. SoLo strives to use non-GMO
ingredients wherever possible and, as such, many of the current ingredients in SoLo Bars are non-GMO, including the soy
proteins and palm kernel oil. SoLo continues to work towards full non-GMO certification on the bars.
Where does the protein in SoLo come from?
SoLo Bars combine whey and soy protein, both being considered complete proteins by supplying all of the essential
amino acids required by the body. The human body can synthesize all of the amino acids necessary to build proteins
except for the essential amino acids, which must be provided by the diet. Each SoLo Bar contains between 10 to 13 grams
of high-quality protein.
How can SoLo provide long-term energy during my workouts, training sessions and competitions?
SoLo Bars contain a unique blend of ingredients with optimal nutritional balance and low glycemic index, allowing for a
slow and steady release supply of glucose into the bloodstream to provide sustained energy to muscles, delay muscle
fatigue and enhance mental concentration.
When is the best time to eat a SoLo Bar for sports?
Recommended usage for SoLo is 1 to 2 bars, 30 to 60 minutes prior to activity. For best results, consume 200-400mL
of water along with the bar(s). Additionally, you can take ½ to 1 bar during a long training bike ride (or other endurance
activity), or mid-way through your game or event (i.e. half-time for basketball, hockey, football, etc.).
As a competitive athlete, can I use SoLo Bars as a recovery food?
SoLo is great for replenishing glycogen after exercise, with each bar containing between 23-26 grams of quality
carbohydrates. As well, recent research has shown that combining protein with your post-exercise snack may help the
absorption of carbohydrates and may also aid in protein synthesis and muscle tissue repair. As such, with SoLo having
10-13 grams of high-value proteins, it can provide the ultimate recovery food.
What flavours are SoLo Bars available in?
SoLo Bars are currently available in five delicious flavours, including: Peanut Power (peanuty goodness combined with
luscious honey wrapped in a smooth chocolaty coating), Chocolate Charger (the flavours of chocolate brownie secretly
infused with little hints of chocolate cookie pieces), Lemon Lift (a fresh burst of citrus and cranberries, coated in yogurt),
Dark Chocolate Mandarin (decadent chocolate notes blended with exuberant tart citrus in a rich chocolate coating) and
Pineapple Coconut (made with real chunks of coconut and punchy pineapple!).
What makes SoLo different from other leading bars?
SoLo Bars were the first snack bars in Canada to be scientifically validated Low Glycemic by the inventors of the Glycemic
Index. This means that the carbohydrates in SoLo Bars break down slowly in your body, preventing the rapid spike in
blood glucose levels often felt after consuming an energy bar. GI Scores under 55 are considered LOW. SoLo Bars are
scientifically validated to have a GI values between 23 to 30, making them VERY LOW GI. All five flavours of SoLo Bars
have undergone third party testing at GI Labs Canada in Toronto, Ontario, to scientifically validate the GI value of each
bar.
Where can I purchase SoLo Bars?
SoLo Bars are available across Canada in leading grocery, pharmacy and natural health food stores including Whole
Foods, Longo’s, Rexall and Loblaws, with more locations coming soon. For a complete list of retail locations near you, or
to purchase the bars online, visit www.soloenergybar.ca.
For more information, contact SoLo GI Nutrition | 3-1595 Innovation Drive, Kelowna, BC V1V 2Y8
P: 250.491.1720 | [email protected] | www.soloenergybar.ca