I just now contacted the company that makes Gatorade, suggesting that
as prevalent as diabetes is becoming, that they are missing out on a
very large and lucrative market by not making a sugar-free version of
Gatorade. Perhaps if enough others of us do so, we might get a useful
result.

http://www.gatorade.com/contact_us/


I also pointed out an alarming and dangerous claim on their FAQ at
http://www.gatorade.com/frequently_asked_questions/

> Can diabetics drink Gatorade?
>
> Yes, diabetics can actually benefit from Gatorade.
> Physically active diabetics who require periodic
> intake of carbohydrate to prevent hypoglycemia
> from occurring during and following activity should
> consume carbs during exercise.
>
> Also, people with diabetes are prone to dehydration
> by way of their increased urine output, and Gatorade
> can help in that regard as well. People with diabetes
> should always consult a physician before making any
> change in dietary intake.

I pointed out to them that anything that contains as much sugar as
Gatorade does can be dangerous to any diabetic who consumes it
carelessly; and that I thought it was dangerous and irresponsible for
them to make this claim on their FAQ.

I didn't think to point out (perhaps some others of you will) that the
increased urine output mentioned in this FAQ entry is a result of a
diabetic's body desperately trying to get rid of excess sugar, and that
drinking a sugary beverage such as Gatorade is likely to aggravate
rather than relieve that problem.

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