I think they are mainly marketing ploys but like the above poster said, sports drinks are actually good for you when you are sick as they replace the electrolytes that we lose from our systems when we are unwell.
But in general, I think of them in the same way as the new vitamin waters. If you are eating well and staying hydrated, there should be no need for all these sports drinks that are often high in calories. A balanced diet with good protein, fiber and plenty of fruit and veg should cut out any need for all these expensive drinks.
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I think they are mainly marketing ploys but like the above poster said, sports drinks are actually good for you when you are sick as they replace the electrolytes that we lose from our systems when we are unwell.
But in general, I think of them in the same way as the new vitamin waters. If you are eating well and staying hydrated, there should be no need for all these sports drinks that are often high in calories. A balanced diet with good protein, fiber and plenty of fruit and veg should cut out any need for all these expensive drinks.
February 29, 2008 - 2:17pmThis Comment
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