In one advert for Lucozade Sport, footballer Alan Shearer is seen saying the drink is 'designed for top athletes'. He adds: 'It delivers fluid and energy fast so I'm always on top of my game.

In , former Olympic gold medallist Daley Thompson endorsed Lucozade. A TV advert showed him drinking a bottle as he waited for traffic lights to change before sprinting off. In another, Manchester United's Wayne Rooney is seen drinking Powerade and is shown scoring a goal against his body double, who has only drunk water.

The researchers warned that, despite such claims, there is a 'striking lack of evidence' the drinks do any good. Deborah Cohen, investigations editor at the BMJ, said: 'These misleading messages filter down to everyday health advice by company-sponsored scientists who advise high-profile sports bodies.

It's a triumph of marketing over science. The authors also warned that protein-shakes are no better than drinking milk. Their study, to be shown tonight on BBC1's Panorama, concluded: 'There is a striking lack of evidence to support the majority of claims related to enhanced performance or recovery.

The absence of high-quality evidence is worrying. A spokesman for GlaxoSmith-Kline, which makes Lucozade, said: 'More than 40 years of research and 85 peer-reviewed studies have supported the development of Lucozade Sport and all our claims are based on scientific evidence that has been reviewed by the European Food Safety Authority.

Coca-Cola, which makes Powerade, said: 'Sports drinks are among the best-researched beverages in the world. There is a wealth of scientific research that can be relied upon. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline.

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Home Nutrition News What Should I Eat? Sports Drinks and Health Research has shown benefit of sports drinks in adult athletes though not conclusive as some studies show no benefit , but research in children is lacking.

The drinks may also be perceived as healthy because they are allowed to be sold in schools and sporting events, so may be consumed in excess. Bottom Line Water that is calorie-free and accessible without cost to most people is the beverage of choice taken with and between meals.

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We would die without electrolytes. You are already getting the key electrolytes, like potassium, sodium, and magnesium, through your diet. One of the main benefits of all that sugar in sports drinks is the carbs it provides. During exercise, your muscles are using up your energy stores primarily from the stashes of the glycogen found in your muscles and liver.

That glycogen can run out if you work out for long enough, which is why marathon runners and other endurance athletes often choose to down a little jelly cube full of carbohydrates—because it provides needed fuel for their muscles.

Some good signs that you need one would be if you have serious fatigue, nausea, or headaches after working out. In both cases, a sports drink will help. About Us Careers Support The Foundation MYHEALTH LOGIN Pay Bill Search. Featured Cancer Care Cardiology - HeartCare Orthopedics Outpatient Services Senior Living Women's Health.

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Expert Health Articles. In 30 minutes or so, you'll be ready for a nap. Not only do these drinks dehydrate you and cause health risks, the added sodium they contain can be harmful to anyone who drinks them — even if you're not an athlete.

Sodium is already present in most of the food we eat, and adding more than necessary to your diet can raise your blood pressure. On the contrary to what most believe, one ounce bottle of Powerade or Gatorade can contain calories and a hefty Drinking these on a regular basis will add calories to your diet, essentially canceling out your workout.

One thing athletes care about is building muscle. However, turning to sports drinks to do so is not the answer. If you take a look at the nutrition labels, you'll see that most sports drinks contain zero grams of protein.

For athletes, hydration is important because they're losing a lot of water when they sweat. We've already covered how sports drinks don't quench your thirst, but we're also here to tell you that they don't hydrate you either. Any drink that is high in sugar is most likely dehydrating your body.

If you're looking to stay hydrated, it's best to stick to water. Claiming that sports drinks help you lose weight is comparable to saying juice drinks or soda do the same.