Fuel IQ Calculator

Scientific References

The nutrition recommendations provided by the Fuel IQ Calculator are based on scientific research from leading sports nutrition experts. Here are the key studies that inform our calculations:

1. Carbohydrates and Endurance Exercise: A Review of Fueling Strategies

This study looks at how carbohydrates are used during long workouts and races. It examines different types of carbs and when to consume them for the best performance. The research shows how different carbs affect your energy levels and performance during exercise.

Access the full article here.

2. Fluid and Electrolyte Needs for Training, Competition, and Recovery

This research explains why proper hydration and electrolyte balance are crucial during intense exercise, especially in hot weather. It measures how much water and sodium athletes lose through sweat and shows why replacing these properly is essential for maintaining performance and preventing cramping.

Read the article here.

3. A Step Towards Personalized Sports Nutrition: Carbohydrate Intake During Exercise

This important study explores how to customize carbohydrate intake for individual athletes during endurance exercise. The research explains how different types of carbs are processed by your body during exercise and establishes guidelines for optimal carb intake to improve performance through better energy availability.

View the full text here.

Terms of Service

Last Updated: March 31, 2025

Welcome to Carbologix! These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Fuel IQ Calculator ("the Service") operated by Carbologix ("us", "we", or "our"). Please read these Terms carefully before using our Service.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the terms, you may not access the Service.

2. Use of the Service

The Fuel IQ Calculator is provided as a free tool for calculating personalized fueling recommendations for endurance activities. The Service is intended for informational purposes only and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice.

3. Service Improvements and Analytics

To maintain and improve our free calculator, we collect limited anonymous usage data. This helps us understand how athletes use our service, which features are most valuable, and how we can enhance your experience. This lightweight analytics:

Does not collect any personally identifiable information
Has minimal impact on page load times and performance
Helps us develop features that better serve your needs
Enables us to keep the calculator free and accessible
Allows us to provide more relevant content for your sport

We're committed to transparency in how we use this anonymous data to improve your experience.

4. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that the Service will be uninterrupted or error-free, nor do we make any warranties as to the results that may be obtained from use of the Service.

5. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Carbologix, nor its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, or affiliates, be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Service.

6. Health Disclaimer

The information provided by the Service is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet, exercise program, or lifestyle.

7. User Responsibilities

You are responsible for ensuring that your use of the Service complies with applicable laws and regulations. You agree not to use the Service for any unlawful purpose or in any way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Service.

8. Advertisements

To keep our calculator free, we display carefully selected advertisements. These advertisements:

Are relevant to endurance athletes
Do not use personal data for targeting
Are designed to be non-intrusive to your experience
Help support the ongoing development of our free calculator

We strive to ensure all advertisements are appropriate and valuable to our users.

9. Modifications to the Service

We reserve the right to modify or discontinue, temporarily or permanently, the Service (or any part thereof) with or without notice. We shall not be liable to you or to any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the Service.

10. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. It is your responsibility to check these Terms periodically for changes. Your continued use of the Service following the posting of any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at [email protected].

Privacy Policy

Your Privacy is Our Priority

Carbologix is committed to protecting your privacy while providing you with the best possible experience. We've designed our service with privacy at its core, ensuring that your personal information remains secure.

Our Privacy Commitment

We believe in transparency about how we handle data. Here's how we protect your privacy:

No Personal Information Collection: We do not collect names, email addresses, or any personally identifiable information
Anonymous Usage Insights: We collect minimal, anonymous usage data solely to improve your experience and keep our service free
Local Storage Only: Your calculator inputs are saved only in your browser's local storage for your convenience
No Third-Party Sharing: We never sell or share your data with third parties
No Cookies: We don't use cookies for tracking purposes
Transparent Advertising: Our advertisements are carefully selected and do not use personal data for targeting

How This Benefits You

Our privacy-focused approach offers you several benefits:

Faster Performance: Our lightweight analytics has minimal impact on page load times
Free Access: Anonymous usage data helps us keep the calculator free while improving it
Better Features: We use insights to develop the features athletes actually need
Relevant Content: We can provide more useful resources for your specific sport
Peace of Mind: Your personal information remains private and secure

Why This Matters: Many online calculators track extensive personal data for marketing purposes or sell your information to third parties. Carbologix is different - we believe your training data should remain private and secure while still allowing us to improve our service.

If you have any questions about our privacy practices, please contact us at [email protected].

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