Milk: Nature’s Sports Drink « Back

Low-fat and fat-free milk – white or chocolate – offer a more nutrient-rich alternative to traditional sports drinks. Every serving provides nine essential nutrients which help the body to function properly and perform at its best. Carbohydrates refuel muscles, protein reduces muscle breakdown and stimulates muscle growth and fluid and electrolytes replenish what is lost in sweat to rehydrate the body and calcium and vitamin D work together to build strong bones. What’s more, white and chocolate milk taste great, are relatively inexpensive and more likely to be stocked in the fridge, awaiting the tired athlete.

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