date:Apr 19, 2016
desired effect the drink needs to be absorbed efficiently. There are three main factors which affect the uptake of a drink or fluid in the body
1.The osmolality or the concentration of dissolved particles in a fluid. Fluids are absorbed through the gut and into the bloodstream faster when theirosmolalityclosely matches that of body fluids such as blood. Sports drinks contain dissolved minerals (sodium, etc.) and carbohydrates and therefore reach the bloodstream quickly.
2.Ability to maintain