Is Sports / energy drink good for you?
Sports / energy drink is a beverage. It has about 6 g net carbs and 0 g protein per 100 g. Here's how Susta judges it — and why the answer changes with your goal.
Sports / energy drink: verdict by goal
The details
Blood sugar: Sugar-water with electrolytes and marketing — a fast glucose spike you don't need unless you're an endurance athlete mid-event. For hydration use water + electrolytes (no sugar).
How to choose: Water with a sugar-free electrolyte instead.
How to use it: —
How to store: —
Sensible portion: avoid, rarely
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