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UCAN • LIVSTEADY™ FUEL

LIVSTEADY™: The smarter way to fuel

UCAN’s proprietary low-glycaemic carbohydrate (formerly SuperStarch) delivers steady, time-released energy with no sharp sugar spike.

LIVSTEADY™ is only found in UCAN products. Its complex structure releases energy slowly, helping athletes maintain stable blood sugar and avoid the typical highs and lows associated with fast carbs.

Why LIVSTEADY works › Compare gel usage ›

What makes LIVSTEADY™ different

Fast carbs can spike blood sugar and trigger insulin, which can lead to a sharp drop later. LIVSTEADY™ is designed to release energy slowly so your output feels smoother and more consistent.

Long-lasting energy

LIVSTEADY™ releases glucose slowly and steadily, helping you go longer with fewer top-ups and a smoother energy curve.

Easy on the stomach

LIVSTEADY™ has a low osmolality profile, which is often associated with smoother digestion and less “sloshing” during exercise.

High fat-burning potential

By supporting stable blood sugar and keeping insulin lower, your body can access fat as a fuel source more efficiently when intensity allows.

Clinically studied

LIVSTEADY™ has been evaluated in 18 clinical trials across universities and research centres, with only two funded by UCAN. The research looks at LIVSTEADY’s slow, steady glucose delivery, supporting steadier blood sugar and more consistent energy versus fast carbs.

Where this shows up on race day

  • Fewer highs and lows when fuelling gets messy.
  • Less frequent gel prompts, especially in steady-state efforts.
  • A smoother energy curve that is easier to pace.

Powered by LIVSTEADY™

UCAN Edge Energy Gel uses LIVSTEADY™ to deliver over 75 minutes of steady energy per pouch, designed for smoother fuelling with fewer spikes.

UCAN Energy Drink uses LIVSTEADY™ for up to 90 minutes per scoop, built for smooth, long-lasting energy with no sugar crash.

UCAN LIVSTEADY

Compare gel frequency in seconds

Pick your session length and we will map out how many gels you would use with a typical standard pattern (00:00, then every 30 minutes) versus UCAN Edge (00:00, then every 75 minutes).

2h 00m

Assumptions used

  • Standard gels: 1 gel on start line, then every 30 minutes.
  • UCAN gels: 1 gel on start line, then every 75 minutes.
Summary
For 2h 00m: 4 standard gels vs 2 UCAN gels.
That is 2 fewer gels (about 50% fewer).
Fewer gels to carry
2 gels
Standard Every 30 min
4 gels
When you would take them
UCAN Every 75 min
2 gels
When you would take them

This is a simple frequency comparison, not a personalised carbohydrate target. Individual needs vary by intensity, body size, and conditions.

What the LIVSTEADY™ research shows

LIVSTEADY™ is backed by 18 clinical trials across universities and research centres, with only two funded by UCAN. The consistent theme is steady glucose delivery, supporting stable blood sugar and long-lasting energy without the typical sugar spikes and crashes.

  • Better performance on cognitive tests after exercising to exhaustion.
  • Isotope tracer research showing LIVSTEADY™ is used slowly and steadily during exercise, averaging about 12.5g (roughly 50 calories) per hour.

Plain-English takeaway

Think “steady in, steady out”. LIVSTEADY™ is designed to keep energy and blood sugar consistent, so you can feel more in control during longer sessions and finish strong without chasing constant top-ups.

Best practice: take UCAN 30 to 60 minutes before training or racing so LIVSTEADY™ is fully absorbed before you start.