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Mar 2024
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2483: Is That Sports Drink Really Necess...

Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik
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Episode 2483:

Niki Bezzant's exploration into the necessity of sports drinks for workouts reveals a compelling argument against their routine use for non-elite athletes. Highlighting that water often suffices for hydration, Bezzant critiques the high sugar content and calorie load of many sports drinks, suggesting that they may do more harm than good for the average gym-goer. The article invites readers to reconsider their post-workout drink choices, advocating for simpler, healthier alternatives.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lesmills.com/fit-planet/nutrition/sports-drinks/

Quotes to ponder:

"For everyday exercisers, sports drinks may actually be doing more harm than good; giving us calories and sugar we don’t need."

"It seems despite all the options, water is still the most recommended post-workout drink."

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