Post by FLT MEDIC on Nov 24, 2008 2:39:24 GMT 8
Take sports drinks like Gatorade and not energy drinks with caffeine like Red Bull.
Energy drinks should not be used while exercising as the combination of fluid loss from sweating and the diuretic quality of the caffeine can leave the user severely dehydrated.
1. From en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Energy_drink:
"The central ingredient in most energy drinks is caffeine, the same stimulant found in coffee or tea, often in the form of guarana or yerba mate.
Adverse effects associated with caffeine consumption in amounts greater than 400 mg include nervousness, irritability, sleeplessness, increased urination, abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmia), decreased bone levels, and stomach upset.
The concentration of sugar in a sports drink is recommended to be 6-7% carbohydrate to allow maximum absorption and minimize spikes and crashes in blood sugar.
Higher concentrations such as those seen in energy drinks will slow fluid absorption into the blood and energy system, increasing the possibility of dehydration. When a high level of sugar is in the blood stream the body cannot get the water into the cells that it needs because the water is busy trying to dilute concentration of sugar in the blood stream."
From en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_Bull:
"The sale of Red Bull is prohibited in some countries, usually due to its taurine content or its alleged high level of caffeine. However, many countries which formerly banned Red Bull (and similar energy drinks) have revised their legislation to allow drinks containing taurine or higher amounts of caffeine, including Switzerland (1994), Finland (2005), Iceland (2008) and France (2008).
As of 2008, Red Bull remains prohibited as a soft drink in Norway, Uruguay and Denmark, whereas in Colombia the sale of energizing drinks is prohibited to those under 14.
Studies have proven that there is a positive link between drinking Red Bull and reducing levels of cortisol, but it may also lead to a high blood-pressure problem if drunk to excess. Results of a small study suggested to avoid the drink, as it may lead to high blood pressure or heart disease. Swedish National Food Administration have warned that Red Bull should not be consumed combined with alcohol or after strenuous exercise."
2. From en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sports_drink:
"A sports drink is a beverage designed to help athletes rehydrate, as well as replenish electrolytes, carbohydrates, and other nutrients, which can be depleted after training or competition. Electrolyte replacement promotes proper rehydration, which is important in delaying the onset of fatigue during exercise. As the primary fuel utilized by exercising muscle, carbohydrates are important in maintaining exercise and sport performance."
From en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gatorade:
"Intended for consumption during physically active occasions, Gatorade is formulated to rehydrate and replenish fluid, carbohydrates and electrolytes."
Gatorade has been in the market since 1965 and "is the official sports drink of the National Football League, Major League Baseball, National Basketball Association, Women's National Basketball Association, USA Basketball, National Hockey League, Association of Volleyball Professionals, US Soccer Federation, Major League Soccer, and many other pro and collegiate organizations, providing supplies of the drinks to the teams in all flavors available."
3. From en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electrolyte:
"In oral rehydration therapy, electrolyte drinks containing sodium and potassium salts replenish the body's water and electrolyte levels after dehydration caused by exercise, diaphoresis, diarrhea, vomiting, intoxication or starvation."
For oral rehydration therapy, one can also mix Oral Rehydration Salts like 1 Glucolyte sachet for every 250 ml of water. No sugar needed, just stir until it dissolves/looks clear.
From en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oral_rehydration_solution:
"An inexpensive home-made solution consists of 8 level teasthingys of table sugar (sucrose) and 1 level teasthingy of table salt mixed in 1 liter of boiled water. Fructose (fruit sugar) or artificial sweeteners should not be substituted for the table sugar in this recipe. A half cup of orange juice or half of a mashed banana can be added to each liter both to add potassium and to improve taste."
4. If we run out of Gatorade, we get Glucolyte (available over the counter in any drug store) from the First Aid Kit to prevent dehydration. ;-)
Energy drinks should not be used while exercising as the combination of fluid loss from sweating and the diuretic quality of the caffeine can leave the user severely dehydrated.
1. From en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Energy_drink:
"The central ingredient in most energy drinks is caffeine, the same stimulant found in coffee or tea, often in the form of guarana or yerba mate.
Adverse effects associated with caffeine consumption in amounts greater than 400 mg include nervousness, irritability, sleeplessness, increased urination, abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmia), decreased bone levels, and stomach upset.
The concentration of sugar in a sports drink is recommended to be 6-7% carbohydrate to allow maximum absorption and minimize spikes and crashes in blood sugar.
Higher concentrations such as those seen in energy drinks will slow fluid absorption into the blood and energy system, increasing the possibility of dehydration. When a high level of sugar is in the blood stream the body cannot get the water into the cells that it needs because the water is busy trying to dilute concentration of sugar in the blood stream."
From en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_Bull:
"The sale of Red Bull is prohibited in some countries, usually due to its taurine content or its alleged high level of caffeine. However, many countries which formerly banned Red Bull (and similar energy drinks) have revised their legislation to allow drinks containing taurine or higher amounts of caffeine, including Switzerland (1994), Finland (2005), Iceland (2008) and France (2008).
As of 2008, Red Bull remains prohibited as a soft drink in Norway, Uruguay and Denmark, whereas in Colombia the sale of energizing drinks is prohibited to those under 14.
Studies have proven that there is a positive link between drinking Red Bull and reducing levels of cortisol, but it may also lead to a high blood-pressure problem if drunk to excess. Results of a small study suggested to avoid the drink, as it may lead to high blood pressure or heart disease. Swedish National Food Administration have warned that Red Bull should not be consumed combined with alcohol or after strenuous exercise."
2. From en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sports_drink:
"A sports drink is a beverage designed to help athletes rehydrate, as well as replenish electrolytes, carbohydrates, and other nutrients, which can be depleted after training or competition. Electrolyte replacement promotes proper rehydration, which is important in delaying the onset of fatigue during exercise. As the primary fuel utilized by exercising muscle, carbohydrates are important in maintaining exercise and sport performance."
From en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gatorade:
"Intended for consumption during physically active occasions, Gatorade is formulated to rehydrate and replenish fluid, carbohydrates and electrolytes."
Gatorade has been in the market since 1965 and "is the official sports drink of the National Football League, Major League Baseball, National Basketball Association, Women's National Basketball Association, USA Basketball, National Hockey League, Association of Volleyball Professionals, US Soccer Federation, Major League Soccer, and many other pro and collegiate organizations, providing supplies of the drinks to the teams in all flavors available."
3. From en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electrolyte:
"In oral rehydration therapy, electrolyte drinks containing sodium and potassium salts replenish the body's water and electrolyte levels after dehydration caused by exercise, diaphoresis, diarrhea, vomiting, intoxication or starvation."
For oral rehydration therapy, one can also mix Oral Rehydration Salts like 1 Glucolyte sachet for every 250 ml of water. No sugar needed, just stir until it dissolves/looks clear.
From en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oral_rehydration_solution:
"An inexpensive home-made solution consists of 8 level teasthingys of table sugar (sucrose) and 1 level teasthingy of table salt mixed in 1 liter of boiled water. Fructose (fruit sugar) or artificial sweeteners should not be substituted for the table sugar in this recipe. A half cup of orange juice or half of a mashed banana can be added to each liter both to add potassium and to improve taste."
4. If we run out of Gatorade, we get Glucolyte (available over the counter in any drug store) from the First Aid Kit to prevent dehydration. ;-)
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