Exam 2: Sports Drinks Flashcards
1
Q
What are the key ingredients in sports drinks
A
- water
- carbohydrate (sugar)
- electrolyte (sodium)
2
Q
How much carbohydrate is recommended for sport drink
?
A
6-8% carbohydrate
less likely to have GI discomfort and optimal performance
3
Q
8% solution is how much g/mL
A
8g/100mL
4
Q
for every 100 mL we need 8 grams and 24 fluid ounces is equal to
A
700 mL
5
Q
How much sodium in
A
.5 to .7 g per liter
6
Q
how much table salt give you .5 g Na
A
1.25 g NaCl (.5g/40%=1.25g)
7
Q
potential sport drinks additives (extra stuff added)
A
- citric acid
- sodium citrate
- magnesium
- calcium
- corn syrup
8
Q
sports gels and sports chews usually have much lower _____ for the amount of CHO than sports drinks
A
Na
8
Q
food options instead of sports drinks
A
- food and fluids
- candy
9
Q
____ is a great and easy source of potassium while exercising and do not give high GI problems despite being high in fiber
A
raisins
