Hydration

GU Electrolyte Brew Tablets

12 Tablets Per Tube

GU Electrolyte Brew Tablets are simple, light tasting and natural. They are invariably better than water alone and bring your system into balance more quickly by helping you retain more of the liquid you ingest.

For Optimal Results, Drink 20-30 Oz. Of Electrolyte-Infused Brew Per Hour During Activity

Human Physiology 101 - Water is a great way to hydrate, right? Well, yes and no. Water of course has the fluid you need because that's what it is - just fluid. Problem is once you start training and racing and drinking lots of water, your body starts using some of that fluid (in muscle contractions and for cooling for example) and gets rid of the rest through a few different mechanisms such as urination because it is just water - the body can store and use only so much pure water. Therein lies the problem - the more straight water you drink the more you lose - a self defeating endeavor if there ever was one. But you're supposed to retain that water to "stay hydrated", right?! What gives?

That's where electrolytes such as sodium and potassium come in -by their very nature they help your body retain the fluid it needs to function properly. That's why drinks with electrolytes are so important for proper hydration - they act as a catalyst to help your body retain fluid necessary for muscles to work properly so you don't lose all that valuable fluid. That's why you need Brew Electrolyte Tablets- because they are fortified with a unique blend of electrolytes, the tablets are a better form of hydrating than water alone. So where you may typically grab a bottle of just water, try Brew Tablets to retain the fluid you need to stay hydrated.

During extended training or racing, Electrolyte Tablets offer a convenient and fast way to enrich straight water (when Electrolyte Brew or an alternative may not be readily available). Ultimately the Brew Electrolyte Tablets are another offering from GU that help athlete’s keep variety in their sports nutrition regimes. Using them with other GU products such as GU Chomps is as simple as swapping them for Electrolyte Brew – an athlete should account for the lower calorie intake and possibly add an extra GU Energy Gel, Roctane or a Serving of Chomps (all roughly 100 calories).

What's in it?

• Not Calories - Just 10 calories for an ultra-light hydration drink formulated to help achieve electrolyte balance.
• Electrolytes - An optimal blend of sodium and potassium to offer consistent hydration during activity.
  
• Stevia - Sweetened with a natural, plant-derived sweetener for light, simple flavor.

How's it different?

Stevia, a plant-derived sweetener, is the primary sweetening agent in Electrolyte Brew Tablets instead of acesulfame potassium, a commonly used artificial sweetener. Brew Electrolyte Tablets are the natural option to achieving proper hydration.

How do I use it?

GU Electrolyte Brew Tablets should be used for hydration during and between activity. A proper hyrdation regimen includes supplementing water with electrolytes during activity, but it is not limited only to periods of actual training and racing. Optimal hydration takes place in the days and weeks before an event or after a hard workout. Use GU Electrolyte Brew Tablets whenever, wherever, and you'll see a boost in preparation, sustenance, as well as recovery.

For optimal hydration, water should be consumed with carbohydrates and electrolytes. By using Endura™ Rehydration Formula, you can ensure water absorption and retention are superior to water alone. The carbohydrates in Endura™ Rehydration Formula replace lost energy and improve performance. Sodium promotes active water consumption and the magnesium may prevent muscle cramps and weakness.

Box Qty = 50 Sachets

Carbohydrate:

Endura™ Rehydration Formula delivers rapidly absorbed carbohydrates for immediate energy and improved performance. The carbohydrates in Endura™ Rehydration Formula are delivered at a special concentration to achieve maximum fluid delivery. The combination of electrolytes and carbohydrates promote water absorption and retention.

Electrolytes:

To maintain active hydration Endura™ Rehydration Formula contains sodium, potassium, calcium and magnesium to replace electrolytes lost in sweat.

Magnesium:

Magnesium deficiency is very common and exercise increases magnesium loss. Research has shown that magnesium deficiency may reduce physical performance, exercise capacity and contribute to muscle cramps and weakness. A common side effect of magnesium supplementation is digestive upset. However, Endura™ Rehydration Formula contains a patented form of magnesium (Meta Mag™) that ensures higher absorption and bioavailability with a low risk of adverse gastrointestinal effects.

What is the difference between isotonic and hypertonic?

Isotonic drinks have the same osmolarity as the body's own fluids. This allows them to be absorbed relatively quickly and provide energy without hindering fluid absorption. Isotonic drinks are the preferred composition for training and racing, due to their balance between refueling and rehydration.

Hypertonic drinks have a higher osmolarity than the body's own fluids, so they are more concentrated. This means their absorption is slower than water, so they are most useful for glycogen replenishment after exercise, or loading before an event.

Directions for use

During Exercise (isotonic): Combine one Sachet (25 g) with 350 mL of water and shake. Drink one to two doses 30 minutes before exercise and one dose during each hour of exercise (up to four doses per day) or as directed by a healthcare professional.

In Preparation for Exercise - Magnesium & Carbohydrate Loading (hypertonic): Combine one Sachet (25 g) with 200 mL of water and shake. Drink one dose three times per day, two to three days before an event to maximize muscle magnesium and endurance.

Increased Physical Demand: Combine one Sachet (25 g) with 200 mL of water and shake. At times of increased physical output, to assist stamina, relieve muscular cramps, spasms, aches, pains and prevent muscular cramps and spasms, drink up to four doses per day.

Energy: Each dose provides 375 kJ (90 Cal) of energy.

If symptoms persist consult your healthcare professional.

The recommended daily dose of Endura contains 250 mg of Sodium. Do not use if cap and/or bottle seals are missing or broken. This product is sold by weight not volume. Some settling may occur.

Store below 30°C.

Inactives: Maltodextrin, Fructose, Malic acid and Flavour (lemon-lime).

Contains No: Wheat, Dairy, Yeast, Soy, Casein, Lactose, Sucrose, Egg, Preservatives or Artificial Colouring.