Posted by Larry Hoover on November 1, 2004, at 13:57:55
In reply to Re: I need some feedback - regarding B.R.A.T. » Larry Hoover, posted by tootercat on November 1, 2004, at 12:39:10
> Thanks Lar,
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> This is for a 37 year old woman (his daughter)
> He said bananas have acid and every site I have since looked at says that bananas are one of the non acidic fruits (along with apples and peaches)I don't know why I assumed you were talking about a child....
Bananas are about as perfect a food for an upset stomach as there is.
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> I will go check out the site you gave me thelink to...thanks again.You're welcome.
> We also have a disagrement about sports drinks to replace electrolytes.....in the past gatorade has been recommended to me but I realize it has alot of sugar and may not be the best solution for all.
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> PamGatorade is more than electrolytes. The sugar is there to replenish blood sugar lost through exertion. If you go anaerobic (i.e. run out of sugar), your muscles start producing lactate, which leads to cramping.
Gatorade is not best for simple sweating. It is best for sweating that comes with physical exertion.
Lar
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