Table 1.
The energy content and composition of test drinks. Energy content and macronutrients concentration are obtained from the manufacturer and are presented as the mean. Osmolality and the concentration of electrolytes are the mean ± SD. Tap water is not included for analysis.
| Drink Contents | Sports Drink (SD) | Oral Rehydration Solution (DD) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy value (kcal·L−1) | 250 | 130 |
| Fat (g·L−1) | 0 | 0 |
| Protein (g·L−1) | 0 | 0 |
| Carbohydrate (g·L−1) | 62 | 33 |
| Osmolality (mOsmol·kg−1) | 382 ± 31 | 216 ± 4 |
| Sodium (mmol·L−1) | 31 ± 3 | 60 ± 3 |
| Potassium (mmol·L−1) | 5.3 ± 0.3 | 18.2 ± 0.4 |