Oral Rehydration Beverages for Treating Exercise-Associated Dehydration: A Systematic Review, Part I. Carbohydrate-Electrolyte Solutions

A potential beneficial effect of drinking CE drinks compared with water was observed for many of the reviewed outcomes. Commercial CE drinks (ideally 4%-9% CE drinks or alternatively 0%-3.9% CE drinks) could be suggested for rehydration in individuals with exercise-associated dehydration when whole foods are not available.