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Accelerade is formulated using science - breakthrough, revolutionary science. That's how it became the first sports drink that combines carbohydrate and protein in a patented 4:1 ratio - a ratio that makes all the difference.
Beyond hydration
During exercise, an athlete's body needs fluids. Period. That's why replenishing fluids during exercise is crucial — especially in the heat. When the body loses fluids through sweating, body temperature elevates and exercise performance drops. This isn't a good thing.
The most important function of a sports drink is to rehydrate. But a drained body also needs to restore energy and electrolytes. That's why so many athletes choose carbohydrate and electrolyte-rich sports drinks instead of water. Sodium is the primary electrolyte lost in sweat followed by potassium. That's why both are included in sports drinks. These electrolytes can serve to enhance flavor and encourage athletes to drink more. They also promote fluid retention. The addition of carbohydrates can delay fatigue during prolonged exercise and improve performance.
But, carbohydrates and electrolytes aren't the only thing an athlete's body needs. Along comes Accelerade — the first sports drink to contain carbohydrates and protein in a patented 4:1 ratio.
A ratio? Yes, a ratio.
The inclusion of just the right amount of protein in Accelerade facilitates rehydration by optimizing the absorption of fluid. In 2006, researchers at St. Cloud University demonstrated that consuming Accelerade following cycling exercise significantly enhanced rehydration by 15% compared to a conventional sports drink and 40% compared to water.
Taking endurance fartherAccelerade has been shown to help athletes increase their endurance.
In 2004, sports scientists at James Madison University asked trained cyclists to ride stationary bicycles to exhaustion while drinking either Accelerade or a conventional sports drink. The athletes drinking Accelerade were able to ride 29 percent longer than those drinking the conventional sports drink.
At the University of Texas, when Accelerade was compared to a conventional sports drink, it extended endurance up to 24 percent and up to 57 percent compared to water.
| Nutrition Facts (Lemonade) |
| Serving Size: 1 Scoop (31g) |
| 1 Scoop makes 12 fl. oz. |
| Servings Per Container: 15 |
| Amount per serving |
% daily value |
| Calories 120 |
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| Calories From Fat 10 |
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| Total Fat 1g |
1%*
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| Saturated Fat 0g |
0%
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| Cholesterol 10mg |
3%
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| Total Carbohydrate 21g |
7%
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| Dietary Fiber 0g |
0%
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| Sugars 20g |
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| Protein 5g |
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| Vitamin C |
100%
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| Vitamin E |
100%
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| Calcium |
4%
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| Magnesium |
30%
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| Sodium 190mg |
8%
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| Potassium 65mg |
2%
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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
**Daily values not established. |
Ingredients: Sucrose, whey protein concentrate, trehalose (Ascend™), citric acid, fructose, natural flavor, lecithin, magnesium carbonate, salt, monopotassium phosphate, maltodextrin, ascorbic acid, vitamin E acetate, FD&C yellow 5.
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