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Gatorade vs Natural Fruit Juice — Whalespan

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Gatorade vs Natural Fruit Juice

Paul Saladino10m · 2023-10-02

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✓Well SupportedCarbohydrate intake should be adjusted based on activity level, and most people benefit from some carbohydrates, though bio-individuality exists.✓Well SupportedCoconut water is a good source of electrolytes beneficial for rehydration during exercise.✓Well SupportedWatermelon juice consumed with an oral glucose tolerance test attenuates negative endothelial effects.✓Well SupportedCompounds in orange juice, such as naringenin and hesperetin, are beneficial for cardiovascular health.Well Supported

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Lp(a) and oxidized LDL in the arterial wall are better cardiovascular disease risk factors than LDL cholesterol.

◐Partially SupportedOrange juice consumption has been shown to improve insulin sensitivity, triglycerides, and endothelial function.

◐Partially SupportedThe core of a pineapple contains bromelain, a beneficial compound.

◐Partially SupportedThere is no significant evidence that fruit juices are harmful.

◐Partially SupportedHigh levels of linoleic acid contribute to LDL cholesterol oxidation, a precursor to cardiovascular disease.

◐Partially SupportedWatermelon juice is a preferred source of citrulline for nitric oxide production compared to beet juice due to lower oxalates.

◐Partially SupportedFruit juices like watermelon, orange, and pineapple juice are excellent sources of electrolytes, minerals, and beneficial compounds.

◐Partially SupportedFruit juices provide carbohydrates and electrolytes, and can be supplemented with salt for sodium.

✕Not SupportedBeetroot juice is not recommended due to its high oxalate content, which can contribute to kidney stones.

◐Partially SupportedCommercial grape juice inhibits the in vitro oxidation of human LDL proteins.

✕Not SupportedThere is no evidence that fruit juice or fruit causes or worsens diabetes in humans.

◐Partially SupportedNatural fruit juices, which are colorful and sweet, are intuitively recognized by humans as beneficial foods.

◐Partially SupportedCherry juice has been shown to lower inflammatory metrics like CRP.

◐Partially SupportedOrange juice is a valuable food for humans, even without its fiber content.

◐Partially SupportedLycopene found in watermelon juice and egg yolks is beneficial for humans.

✕Not SupportedCommercial sports drinks and energy drinks often contain synthetic ingredients and undesirable additives.

◐Partially SupportedNatural electrolyte drinks like pineapple juice, coconut water with lime, and orange juice are superior to commercial sports drinks for hydration, energy, and electrolyte replenishment.

◐Partially SupportedAdding salt to electrolyte drinks can enhance their effectiveness.