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Use of Carbohydrate-Electrolyte Solutions for Fluid Replacement
Use of Carbohydrate-Electrolyte Solutions for Fluid Replacement
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Advances in exercise physiology demonstrate the value of carbohydrate solutions in providing energy for muscular activity in vigorous endurance events that last at least one hour. A carbohydrate-electrolyte beverage, therefore, could be useful in providing glucose to sustain muscular activity in troops involved in heavy physical activity for long periods.
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Depending on the physical demands of the military activity and prevailing environmental conditions, the composition of the replacement fluid might vary. The Committee recommended that the Surgeon General of the Army evaluate the use of carbohydrate-electrolyte fluid replacement products as an aid to maintaining proper hydration of soldiers and assess their effectiveness in maintaining and enhancing the physical and cognitive performance of the soldiers during training activities and field operations.
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FLUID REPLACEMENT 43 the potential benefits of adding additional magnesium, bicarbonate, and phosphate to compensate for gastrointestinal losses due to diarrhea or other disturbances.
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