Energy Drinks & Gatorade: Electrolytes, Risks & Benefits

Sports and energy drinks provide essential electrolytes for workouts but carry risks like increased heart rate. Understanding the ingredients in Gatorade, Red Bull, and Monster helps in selecting the safest energy boost.

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What Drinks Are Diet and Have Electrolytes?

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Michael Becker

Staying hydrated before, during and after a workout is crucial. Water is the best option to replenish your losses from sweat in workouts under 45 minutes. However, workouts exceeding 45 to 60 minutes mean you lose electrolytes as well, according to the American Council on Exercise.