Are a sports drink and an energy drink the same? NO!
The most important issue, especially for athletes and those who exercise, is fluid consumption. During exercise, fluid and electrolyte losses occur from the body. In addition, while fluid in the body is excreted through sweating, carbohydrates are the first nutrients used for energy. For this reason, liquids containing carbohydrates and electrolytes should be used in order not to negatively affect performance.
These liquids, that is, sports drinks, should be used especially during intense and long-term exercise periods, in hot and humid weather, for more than 1 hour to avoid dehydration and decrease in performance. They are liquids containing carbohydrates varying between 6-10%, consumed during exercises because plain water is not enough for the person.
There are three types of sports drinks:
Hypotonic; It is absorbed quickly and does not require carbohydrates; it is used only to meet fluid and electrolyte needs. It is more suitable for jockeys and gymnasts. It contains approximately 4% carbohydrates.
Isotonic; It is a suitable option for many athletes. It contains approximately 6-8% carbohydrates.
Hypertonic; They should be used especially after endurance exercises. They contain more than 8% carbohydrates
Energy drinks, on the other hand, are liquids with stimulant properties that contain caffeine and sugar, as well as other nutrients.
The population that consumes energy drinks It consists of men between the ages of 13-35. The reason why it is consumed especially at these ages is because it is thought that the caffeine and other elements it contains help to stay afloat in the daily pace.
Energy drinks contain 80-150 mg of caffeine per 300 ml. The daily recommended amount of caffeine should be 300 mg.
The same is true for athletes or those who exercise. Other commonly used ingredients are taurine ginseng guarana Yerba Mate acai maltodextrin inositol carnitine glucuronolactone and ginkgo biloba. There are currently significant concerns about the safety of these products.
In terms of health, energy drinks have an increased risk of heart attack, chronic headaches, behavioral disorders, epileptic seizures, diabetes, obesity and acute kidney damage.
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