What is Rehidrat Sport?
- A balanced mixture of sugar and salts.
- Rich in essential electrolytes.
- Replenishes energy.
- Supports optimal hydration.
- Speeds up recovery after exercise
Directions for use
- Dissolve the contents of one sachet of hydration powder in at least 250 ml of cold water.
- Drink enough to quench thirst and replace the fluid lost during exercise
- Drink before, during and after exercise
Rehidrat Sport supports hydration before, during & after exercise.
The importance of hydration in sportspeople
Dehydration is common in sports and can occur in just an hour of exercise or even more rapidly if the athlete is dehydrated before exercising or competing. 1
Basic signs of inadequate hydration in sportspeople: 1
Thirst is unfortunately a poor indicator of dehydration because it is a delayed response. An athlete can lose over 1.5 litres of body water before becoming thirsty. 1
Begin all exercise sessions well hydrated
Prevention is better than the cure. Adults should drink at least 6 glasses of fluids daily. Fluid intake should be increased on hot days and during or after prolonged exercise. 2
Consumption of beverages containing electrolytes and carbohydrates can help maintain fluid-electrolyte balance and sustain exercise performance. 3
Sodium and potassium are to help replace sweat and bodily electrolyte losses, and sodium also helps to stimulate thirst. 3
Why drink an oral electrolyte replacement?
Oral electrolyte replacement solutions (OER) replace mineral salts (electrolytes) and water loss during exercise or competing. OER can positively affect sports performance and prevent dehydration. 4
REFERENCES:
Dehydration is common in sports and can occur in just an hour of exercise or even more rapidly if the athlete is dehydrated before exercising or competing. 1
Basic signs of inadequate hydration in sportspeople: 1
- Thirst
- Weakness
- Cramps
- Decreased performance
Thirst is unfortunately a poor indicator of dehydration because it is a delayed response. An athlete can lose over 1.5 litres of body water before becoming thirsty. 1
Begin all exercise sessions well hydrated
Prevention is better than the cure. Adults should drink at least 6 glasses of fluids daily. Fluid intake should be increased on hot days and during or after prolonged exercise. 2
Consumption of beverages containing electrolytes and carbohydrates can help maintain fluid-electrolyte balance and sustain exercise performance. 3
Sodium and potassium are to help replace sweat and bodily electrolyte losses, and sodium also helps to stimulate thirst. 3
Why drink an oral electrolyte replacement?
Oral electrolyte replacement solutions (OER) replace mineral salts (electrolytes) and water loss during exercise or competing. OER can positively affect sports performance and prevent dehydration. 4
REFERENCES:
- Caselli MA, Brummer J. Recognizing and Preventing Dehydration in Athletes. 2004;17(12).
- Merck Manual Home Edition. Dehydration: Water Balance. Available at http://wwwmerckcom/mmhe/print/sec12ch158/ch158b.html. Accessed on 3/11/2009.
- Quinn E. Proper Hydration for Exercise – water or sports drinks? June 29, 2009 (Adapted from http:/sportsmedicine.about.com/)
- Fink HH, et al. Practical Applications in Sports Nutrition. 2nd Edition 2008;1-561.
Rehidrat Sport is available in 2 great flavours. Lemon/Lime & Naartjie
