Skratch Labs

Frequently Asked Questions

• What makes Skratch Labs different from other sports-nutrition brands?

  Skratch Labs focuses on real-food ingredients—real fruit, cane sugar, nuts and nut butters—and avoids artificial sweeteners, flavors, colors, protein isolates and preservatives. Their formulas prioritize gut tolerance and evidence-based electrolyte ratios, using low-osmolality drink mixes and carbohydrate sources like Cluster Dextrin and pectin for steady absorption and reduced GI distress. The brand also emphasizes simple, clear packaging and modular mixes so athletes can tailor fuel to the activity.
• How does Skratch Labs’ modular “Lego-like” drink-mix system work?

  The mixes are designed to be combined so you can dial in carbs and sodium for your sweat rate and effort—for example, the Sports Drink Mix (~800 mg Na/L) can be blended with the Hyper/High-Sodium Drink Mix (~3400 mg Na/L) to reach the sodium level you need. Different mixes also change carbohydrate concentration and osmolarity to optimize hydration or high-carb fuel for long efforts. Try small test servings in training to find the right mix before racing and consult a sports dietitian for precise personalization.
• Which Skratch products are best for heavy sweaters or hot, long events?

  For athletes who lose a lot of sodium through sweat, the Hyper/High-Sodium Drink Mix is the go-to option because it supplies much higher sodium (around 3400 mg Na per liter when mixed as directed) compared with the standard Sports Drink Mix (about 800 mg Na/L). Combine high-sodium mixes with higher-carb options like the Super High-Carb Drink Mix when you need both salt and concentrated fuel, and always test the combination in training to check tolerance.
• How do Skratch energy bars and high-carb fuel options avoid upsetting the stomach?

  Skratch Bars and concentrated fuels use real-food ingredients (nuts, nut butters, real fruit) and carbohydrate sources formulated for steady absorption—Cluster Dextrin in some fuels and pectin for slower, gentler digestion—rather than isolated protein or heavy syrups. Their bars tend to have lower sugar per serving (around 9–11 g versus ~21 g in some leading bars) and are designed for easy chewing and steady energy delivery during long efforts.
• When and how should I use Skratch recovery drinks with probiotics?

  Skratch recovery mixes with probiotics are designed to be consumed after hard training or racing to help replenish carbs, electrolytes, and support gut recovery; some recovery products contain about 1 billion probiotic cultures per serving. Aim to drink recovery within the first hour after exercise, follow the recommended serving size, and pair with whole-food recovery if needed; consult a sports dietitian if you have specific gut-health concerns or medical conditions.