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VEROFIT Isotonic Electrolyte Drink

4/06/2009 6:39:46 PM

The Isotonic mix will allow us to maximize the intake of the 6 minerals (such as sodim, potassium, calcium and magnesium), the 10 vitamins and the very benefitial small quantities of taurine and glutamine.

What is an Isotonic Drink?

An isotonic beverage is a sport drink whose osmolarity is between 250 mOsm/L and 340 mOsm/L. VEROFIT Isotonic has an osmolarity of 315 mOsm/L. And what is osmolarity? It is the concentration of particles in the blood. In this case, we are looking for a similar concentration of particles in the drink to what is found in the bloodstream( the human body has an average osmorality of 250 mOsm/L and 340 mOsm/L), so that its absorption will be faster and will require less extra energy from the body for its assimilation.

What happens to the body with exercise and sweat?

How VEROFIT Isotonic can help.

 

Increase in body temperature...

It is a water based drink that quickly replaces fluids. Also, taurine can play a significant role in regulating water at elevated temperatures.

Decrease in blood sodium...

It contains the 6 minerals that are lost in perspiration (sodium, calcium, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, and chloride).

Decrease in blood sugar...

It provides fructose and maltodextrin at a 6% concentration.

Energy and calorie consumption...

Carbohydrates and protein equivalents (taurine and glutamine) replace expended energy. Additionally, the 10 vitamins in VEROFIT Isotonic facilitate the absorption of carbohydrates.

Acceleration of gastric emptying...

The 6% sugar concentration is optimal for the replacement of necessary carbohydrates without accelerating gastric emptying.

Production of free agents that increase oxidation...

The vitamin E included in VEROFIT Isotonic is an important antioxidant.

Increased susceptibility to infection due to high energy consumption...

Glutamine can reduce susceptibility to infection.

Increased demands on the cardiac muscle and muscle fibres...

Taurine strengthens the heart and stimulates neurotransmitter signals, thereby increasing muscle contraction.

Loss of thirst, or limited liquid consumption...

The pleasant orange, lemonlime, and tropical flavours motivate athletes to drink them with the frequency that the body needs.


There is probably just one other product in the market with the same minerals as VEROFIT Isotonic Electrolyte Drink. However, the mix is quite different. The VEROFIT product has more sodium since it is the one athletes lose the most and less magnesium. Magnesium has a well deserved reputation for stopping cramps. However, if overdone it can also create nausea and upset stomachs. It is also relatively easy to get out of a everyday healthy diet so we only need to replenish what we lose.



The recommendations for the drink are bellow. On the other hand the main message here should be to train with it and try different mixes and patterns till you find the best system for you. Everybody is different and these guidelines are only a place to start

Consumption guidelines:

• Before competition or training: 300-600 mL (0.8mL/kg weight).
• During physical activity: 150-250 mL every 15-20 minutes.
• Recovery: drink 500-1000 mL per kg of weight lost during exercise.
• The liquid should be isotonic and served at about 15°C.

For more information go to the VEROFIT website.

 

 

 

 

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