Milk vs Sports Drinks
Optimal Sports Nutrition: The Power of Milk and Dairy.
Milk and dairy products are packed with protein for muscle health, B vitamins for energy, and calcium for strong bones, they're a hydration powerhouse. Post-exercise, opt for flavored milk to replenish, rehydrate, and rebuild muscles with its high-quality protein.
Unlock peak sports performance with milk and dairy products with Simon Gilmour, Senior Research Scientist at Fonterra's R&D Centre. Watch the video below to learn more.
References
- Desbrow, B., Jansen, S., Barrett, A., Leveritt, M. D., & Irwin, C. (2014). Comparing the rehydration potential of different milk-based drinks to a carbohydrate–electrolyte beverage. Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism, 39(12), 1366-1372.
- Maughan, R. J., Watson, P., Cordery, P. A., Walsh, N. P., Oliver, S. J., Dolci, A., & Galloway, S. D. (2016). A randomized trial to assess the potential of different beverages to affect hydration status: development of a beverage hydration index. The American journal of clinical nutrition, 103(3), 717-723.
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