carbohydrate list

The best sports drinks will contain electrolytes such as phosphate, chloride, potassium and sodium that help to keep your body s fluids in balance. Those with added carbohydrates will supply energy to working muscles or replace what has been lost during activity. Sports drinks can be powders that you mix yourself or ready-to-drink bottled drinks. Keep your sports drink cold and choose a flavor that you like because it will help you to drink more.