You probably don't need extra electrolytes unless you're athletic or unwell
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The Economist
Summary
The article discusses the origins of Gatorade, created in 1965 by University of Florida scientists to replenish minerals lost through sweating during intense athletic training. It notes that the original drink tasted like urine but was consumed by the Florida Gators football team, and with lemon juice added for flavor, it was believed to boost stamina. The article suggests that extra electrolytes are generally unnecessary unless you are athletic or unwell.
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bskyYou probably don't need extra electrolytes unless you're athletic or unwellecon.stKey quotes
· 4 pulledIN 1965 SCIENTISTS at the University of Florida mixed an unusual cocktail of water, sugar and salt for the college's American football players.
The drink tasted like urine, but the Florida Gators downed it anyway.
With lemon juice added for flavour, Gatorade—as the drink was called—was designed to replenish the minerals lost through sweating during hard training sessions in the southern heat.
The team reckoned it also boosted their stamina on game day.
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