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A sports drink is a Beverage which is supposed to rehydrate Athlete s, as well as restoring Electrolyte s, Sugar , and other Nutrient s. Plain water, despite its association with good health, can actually be toxic if consumed in large amounts (cf. Water Intoxication ). This is because it lacks electrolytes. Some, but not all, sports drinks are Isotonic , meaning they contain the same proportions of nutrients as found in the Human body, and are thus safe for use during extended exercise. is an Energy Drink that based is formula on sport drinks added value (electrolytes), showing the extent of this beverage category and innovation on this market.]] The first sports drink was Lucozade , first manufactured in 1927 . Gatorade , the most well-known sports drink, was introduced in 1966 . Currently the largest growing segment of the sports drink market is non-athletes. {Link without Title} This market shift has led some sports drinks manufacturers to specifically target and develop products aimed at non-athletes, such as low- Sodium or low- Calorie sports drinks. The main product are still marketed for professional athletes. Non athletes who use sports drinks should also be aware many of them have a high level of Carbohydrates . This level of carbohydrates may actually work against you if you are trying to lose weight. {Link without Title} Sports drinks are different from Energy Drink s. Sports drinks are intended to replenish electrolytes, sugar, Water , and other nutrients, and are usually Isotonic (containing the same proportions as found in the Human body). Energy drinks, on the other hand, simply provide lots of Sugar and Caffeine . In the United States, the most popular sports drinks are Gatorade , POWERade , and All Sport . SEE ALSO
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