Sports drink such as Gatorade are very acidic (pH 2.95 acidic; water 7.0 neutral) and do damage to the teeth and gi tract if used frequently. And that is the problem; they have been substituted through the day instead of nutritional drinks such as water and milk.
A nice alternative can be made by using 8 oz. orange juice, 8 oz. water, and 1/8 tsp. salt.
Courtesy of Lori Walsh, M.D., Glenbrook Pediatrics which appeared in Pioneer Press
Bonnie - it is nice to see my opinion echoed by an MD. I have been an avid detractor of Gatorade and other sports drinks for a very long time. I like her suggestion for a homemade electrolyte drink (although it could use more magnesium). I like the product Endura by Metagenics because it is lower acid, has no preservatives or artificial colors, and has plenty of magnesium.
Tuesday, August 15, 2006
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