Health - Wellness
Are Bodyarmor Drinks Actually Good For You?
By AGNES ERICKSON AND EILEEN CONROY
Sports drinks can help you stay hydrated by replenishing water and electrolytes that are lost during workouts. There are quite a few brands of these drinks sold in stores, one of which is Bodyarmor, which boasts low sodium, high potassium, and no artificial colors or sweeteners — but are these drinks actually good for you?
A 12-ounce bottle of Bodyarmor contains 530 milligrams of potassium, which may help avoid cramps during and after a sweaty workout session. It also has coconut water, which serves to help rehydrate after a long workout as it is about 94% water and packed with electrolytes and antioxidants.
On the other hand, Bodyarmor has a high sugar content, much like other sports drinks; a 16-ounce bottle has about 140 calories and 36 grams of sugar. Drinking too many Bodyarmor drinks during light or moderate physical activity could even cancel out any calorie- or fat-burning benefits, so sip with caution.