Does glycerol in sports drinks help with hydration?
This study tests if adding glycerol to sports drinks helps the body hold onto water better. If you're active and healthy, you may be able to join and help researchers learn more about staying hydrated.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a healthy man or woman between 18 and 50 years old.
- You exercise at least 3 days a week for 30 minutes or more (like walking, jogging, or biking).
- You do not smoke, or you quit at least 6 months ago.
- You have no major health problems like heart, kidney, or metabolic diseases.
- You are willing to avoid alcohol for 24 hours before visits and not do hard exercise the day before.
- You can eat the same meal the day before each visit and fast overnight for 8 to 12 hours.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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