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What are a few key ingredients to look for in sports drinks?

When choosing a sports drink, look for three key ingredients in addition to water: sugar, sodium, and potassium. This combination of carbohydrates (sugar) and electrolytes (sodium and potassium) helps ensure proper hydration and good performance when playing sports or working out. Other healthy ingredients you can find in sports drinks include B vitamins, digestive enzymes, and a range of amino acids.

What's healthier for my child's sports practice: sports drinks or juice?

Unlike juice, the ingredients in sports drinks are specially formulated to replenish energy and fluids lost during exercise or sports. While sports drinks contain about 50 calories for every 8 oz., juice contains about 100 calories for the same amount.

Do sports drinks cause tooth decay?

If users of sports drinks engage in regular brushing and other good dental hygiene, sports drinks do not cause tooth decay. Drinking when thirsty can actually increase saliva production, which can help prevent tooth decay.