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Sunday, January 20, 2008

Sports Drink (makes 2 quarts)

1 packet, any flavor, unsweetened kool-aid or similar product
8 tablespoons sugar (or 10 packets sweetener for a sugar free drink)
3/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon salt substitute (contains potassium chloride)
2 quarts water

This is similar to Gatorade, but not as sweet. You can adjust the sweetness to taste.

Sodium - 110 mg
potassium - 38 mg
per 8 ounce servings

Cost is about 3.75 cents per 8 ounce glass or 30 cents per 2 quarts, compared to about $3.00 for 2 quarts Gatorade.

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