Sport drinks

Sport drinks are a combination of water, sugar and electrolytes (such as sodium and potassium) that can be used to replenish you after sports. They can help when exercise is prolonged or if you sweat a lot.                                                           



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Jan 11, 2012

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Sep 01, 2010

Sports Drinks: Their role in hydration for athletic performance

How sports drinks affect hydration and athletic performance

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Aug 08, 2011

Sports Hydration

This fact sheet will help you understand how much to drink and when to drink to support your active lifestyle.

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Sep 01, 2010

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