Les boissons de l'effort : bases physiologiques de leurs utilisations et composition

These general data supports recommendations for the use of sport beverages. The main components proposed in order to maintain performance and health are water, carbohydrates and sodium. International guidelines give indications for the composition of sport beverages, which should contain 15 to 87 grams of carbohydrates and 460 to 1150 mg of sodium per liter, and not exceed 330 mOsm per kg of water.