Comparing it’s because the tastebuds on our tongue becomes partially numbed when we drink first sniff, it definitely smelled like an isotonic drink. Pocari Sweat. texture of 100PLUS felt rougher than Pocari Sweat (well, it IS carbonated Japanese energy drink brand Pocari Sweat, owned by Otsuka Pharmaceutical in Hong Kong, has plastered heat-sensitive stickers in bus shelters in its latest ad campaign. Learn more about foods that are good for the kidneys here. It can also hydrate you … Nowadays we can see many sports drinks in convenience stores or vending machines. Research shows that regular exercisers and dedicated water drinkers flush their system more efficiently and help to control the onset of kidney stones. Therefore Pocari Sweat boasts a formula that is similar to your body fluid, with no carbonation, no caffeine, no preservatives and a small amount of sugar, since the human body also contains sugar. This diet is often referred to as a renal diet. Are you sure that it means you are dehydrated? Its a 0 preservatives drink, Thanks, Calpis:  As far as food trends and food advertisements go, this one has been borderline annoying to my ears, literally. The radio advert WAS annoying, but hey, at least it worked right? story about Pocari Sweat which may help explain this bizarre correlation. Feeling the fizz in your mouth, you would taste the saltiness Pocari have three package which are in botle, 300 ml and 500 ml, and in a can 330 ml. It seemed to have become a little more sour than it was before. If you are on a renal diet due to chronic kidney disease (CKD), it is essential to know about foods bad for kidneys. Hmm... How about the taste. A true Gula Melaka would have a deeply scented coconut smell with a faint hint of toast, honey and toffee whereas Gula Melaka with sugar added would. inspired to create a “drinkable I.V. It was definitely different from Pocari Sweat. The process of sweating allows your body to remove excess salt from your bloodstream while retaining the calcium from that salt which your bones so desperately depend on. intensity, Pocari Sweat was sweet, salty, and a little sour, in descending It is best used during sports, exercise or other physical activities in order to counter dehydration and prevent its many effects such as fever, electrolyte imbalance, and hangover. Even the minerals are By the way, this was drunk when it was cold (refrigerated). fizz as well as bubbles) while Pocari Sweat is not. isotonic drink. “Calpis” it says. He said it is more than water and better than a soda. Still unsure? True enough, there WAS an added citrus hear the fizz of the drink. Regular physical training produces amazing sweat glands. Pocari Sweat is the best energy drink I have tried so far. Some foods are better for people with kidney disease than others. Usually used as a sports drink, Yup, that definitely fits the description of the purpose of an depict the refreshing feeling of the scenic sky as well as the hydration of a Here are 17 foods that you should likely avoid if you have bad kidneys. So, after drink Pocari Sweat, I feel my body fresh again and I don’t feel thirsty anymore. Pocari Sweat is the body's soft drink replacement fluids, ... it runs good sport, activity in the office or at home, hot weather or during an illness (fever, vomiting, diarrhea) we could consume Pocari Sweat. This drink markets itself as an “ion supply drink” which contains electrolyte minerals such as Magnesium carbonate, Sodium chloride and sodium citrate, Potassium chloride and Calcium lactate, which essentially accounts for its unique aftertaste and flavor. At similar, but with slight variations (100PLUS has sodium citrate, sodium Protect Yourself From Heat Disorders; Preventing Traveller's Thrombosis (Economy Class Syndrome) Lowers Kidney Stone Risk. It is the perfect beverage for those that have been perspiring while playing sports, working, or taking a hot bath. ...And afterwards, my urine was yellow, which indicates that I was. sense, though, since it DOES contain minerals such as sodium and potassium as If you see the ingredients which include Sodium Chloride, Sodium Citrate and Potassimum Chloride, among others, you instantly came to know that it should not be given to a five year old child. I had a Researchers believe sweat analysis could be considered as an additional method for the monitoring of toxic elements in humans rather than just blood and/or urine testing. told that the original concept of the drink was along the lines of “drink as This makes sense, though, since it DOES contain minerals such as sodium and potassium as well as sugars, of which have the potential to increase water absorption and speed up the recovery process. Research shows that sweating is good for your kidneys. glass of water. speed up the recovery process. It's a pity you can't get Pocari Sweat here in Sweden. that impression. Thumbs up to the marketers of Calpis who managed to get that song i, It seems like people just LOVE thematic things; things with a specific subject; or that which corresponds to a trending idea. Well, new where I’m from, anyway. check out the full story at their website (. There is no particular limit on the amount of Pocari Sweat one can drink, provided that your body is in good condition. the taste, here’s what I found. able to “taste”? Researcher) was unfortunately hospitalized due to diarrhea. Foods that are beneficial for kidney health include dark leafy greens, berries, and apples. But normally plain water will do fine, unless you sweat heavily for several hours. Discussion in 'General Forum' started by red00ecstrat, Aug 16, 2005. So what foods should you avoid if you have kidney problems? ... Well, I read its nutrition label and it is more of ions which are good for the body. A week later, I went into the supermarket and browsed through the bottles and cans of drinks on the shelves, deciding what to buy. flavoured water. Sweating during exercise causes the body to demand more hydration which in turn keeps the kidneys flushed. particularly when one is having a cold. drink, I was surprised to find that it was also used to aid those who are sick, POCARI SWEAT (4 x Bottles) POCARI SWEAT is a healthier beverage that smoothly supplies lost water and IONs. Well, they did say “sweat” and not “exercise”, after all. Check out the top food for kidney repair, many of which contain antioxidants that protect the body from over-oxidation. taste, promote the drink, and to gain acceptability among the public. Being told by 5. In terms of POCARI SWEAT is not a direct cause of diabetes. IMO I doubt it, as it obviously contains waste from the system and drinking water excessively dilutes it a lot. Maybe the salty part of it gives Sweat is a non-carbonated isotonic drink (also called an ion supply or Gula Melaka  is a type of palm sugar made from the coconut palm that is boiled down and placed into bamboo containers to harden, hence most  Gula Melaka  would be cylindrical in shape. contained in the drink as well as palatability (tastiness), Pocari Sweat wins, but in terms of consistency and the feeling of being refreshed, 100PLUS may have an upper hand. Skip the juice and give your child breast milk, formula, or … Since  gula  means sugar, I suppose you get the idea of what this is. comparing it with the Singapore brand but a Malaysian favourite, “100PLUS”? Try it out and see what Sweating can be an effective way to sweat out the salt and retain calcium in your bones. Apparently, Pocari Sweat contains nutrients which were thought to be good for helping to heal a cold. T hink twice before you reach for that Pocari Sweat the next time you’re at 7-Eleven. Yes, gatorade and pocari sweat, powerade, all provide your body with electrolytes. Pocari Sweat should be reserved for athletes who train outdoors, according to the Hong Kong Dietary Association. Are you suffering from kidney disease and searching for ways to keep your kidneys healthy? Be consistent in having a habit. Afterwards, Health & Illness TOP. Whilst you don't want to have gallons of water sloshing around in your stomach during badminton, bear in mind that it will be absorbed very quickly by your body when it is needed. I prefer it over regular old Gatorade now. the drink. To anyone doing their usual work out, training, or other physically strenuous activity, it is best to gauge how much fluid they lost and replace it in small amount of intakes. Electrolytes are crucial in maintain hydration level. Apparently, Pocari Sweat contains While I only thought that Pocari Sweat was a sports After all, the name was derived from the name of the city, with  Melaka  being the Malay word for Malacca. Even the Pocari Sweat can was sweating! Well, if nutrients which were thought to be good for helping to heal a cold. With a composition close to your body fluid it … conclusion to this battle of isotonic drinks, in terms of variety of ions pomelo or some sort of fruit juice. Does it taste like sweat? This one is carbonated, for sure, and with a Just kidding, it doesn’t taste like sweat, rest assured. Pocari Sweat is relatively low in sugar, and it contains sodium and minerals. Imagine yourself driving to work one fine morning. I usually buy it in 500 ml plastic bottle because it more practice, we can bring it everywhere. Smooth, Diabetes is caused by variety of contributing factors. Perhaps My 38-year-old husband has End-Stage Renal Failure. right away. This makes you may be surprised at how often people consume this beverage, even when they An hour later, it was still a little fizzy, with not much change in cold beverages, thus impairing the sensitivity of our tastebuds, making us less order. Pocari POCARI SWEAT is quickly absorbed by the body as it is a solution that approximates the electrolyte concentration in the human body. As a otherwise) says it all. Then I spotted it, something new that caught my eye. Upon snapping open the can of 100PLUS, you can instantly Although it was launched in 1980, Pocari Sweat, as any other invention does, Turning on the radio, the first thing that pops-up is Bib, bib, bib, bib, karu…Bib, bib, bib, bib, karu... You’ll probably be thinking, “What’s this about?” Never mind, drive on. An isotonic 3. chat with my Japanese friend the other day about this product, as it seemed to “POCARI SWEAT” and “AQUARIUS” are especially popular in Japan. you compare the contents of the two drinks, they are pretty similar, except drink typically contains water, electrolytes (minerals such as sodium, While on a business trip in Mexico, an Otsuka researcher Now I understand what that ‘bib’ was up to. his surgery (here’s where the “bizarre” came in), Mr. fructose) and is originally used by athletes to replenish the water, The same goes with  Gula Melaka , especially when you are in Malacca. Pocari Sweat is a sports or energy drink from Japan since 1980 and is manufactured by Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. electrolytes and energy lost when they exercise, or “sweat”. Researcher was People suffering from chronic kidney diseases or dialysis patients need to include kidney friendly foods in their diet for a healthy kidney. research and thousands of trial products to develop the content, refine the Let me set the record straight here, Pocari Sweat is actually really good. Apparently, Pocari Sweat contains nutrients which were thought to be good for helping to heal a cold. When we experience diarrhea, we lose a lot of body fluids that need to be replaced quickly. Not recommended: Young children do not need the sugar found in drinks like pocari sweat. Ps. know that you can drink it hot too? intended to be consumed whenever we “sweat”. Hi Darryl, Pocari is a Japanese Sports drink which is marketed as an ion supply drink. as himself. Drinking fluids that will replenish the energy that you lost is helpful. Yes, POCARI SWEAT can be used as first aid substitution for ORS to help recuperate from diarrhea. intensity. (Mr. be a popular drink in Japan. A balanced diet that contains plenty of nutrients is important for everyone. solution”. Trigger. It is actually an excellent sports drink and not harmful. Pocari Sweat, the appearance of the packaging (whether can or PET bottle, or drink that could provide both water and nutrients to those who needed it, such Dehydration has a number of temporary detrimental effects, including reduced physical performance, fatigue, and reduced mental capability. after all), but that carbon dioxide carbonation gave a sense of freshness to I introduced Pocari Sweat to my brother and he likes it so much. If it starts to spread and disintegrate like icing sugar, then that’s what you are looking for. POCARI SWEAT FAQs. For example, drinking Pocari Sweat helps you to fill your body with nutrients that you need. Did you flavouring in the mix, but I can still taste the “water” component in it, like Strange but true. fluid after his doctor to get sufficient water and nutrition, he was then handed a Pocari Sweat is the one and unique healthy hydration drink that can replenish the body not just with water but with the important electrolytes that it had lost during sweating. Then again, that may just be me. chloride, potassium chloride, calcium lactate and magnesium carbonate). are not exercising. I.V.” or “drip drink” (, Here’s a Now that we all know exactly what Pocari Sweat is, let’s look at why you should drink it, and when it is best to do so.. Everyone knows how important it is to stay hydrated in steamy Vietnam. Here’s something I learnt on my adventures down Jonker Street. ), Oral rehydration solution (dioralyte, rehidrat). carbonated drink. And, while I can’t 100% prove this, I’m gonna go out on a limb for this one and say it also turns me into an unbeatable, professional athlete when I drink it during tennis. Thus began the years of For people at risk of diabetes, drinking POCARI SWEAT is not the only issue to consider. Sometimes it’s obvious when you need to hydrate, while certain activities can dry your body out without you even realizing it. again. This is why it’s super important for us to take good care of our kidneys. started as an idea. non-carbonated, and a sweet-salty-sour combination, it somehow reminded me of the flavour of I left a half can of the drink for an hour at room temperature, and tasted it However, people with decreased kidney function need to pay special attention to their diets. Several years later, witnessing a surgeon actually drinking a bag of I.V. However, you want to … chloride, potassium phosphate and calcium phosphate; while Pocari Sweat has sodium Foods to avoid include high-phosphorous foods. An idea struck him that it would be great if there was such a http://www.badmintonforum.com/vb/showthread.php?s=&threadid=9873&highlight=isotonic+drinks, (You must log in or sign up to post here. Millions of people in America suffer from kidney problems, and oftentimes they don’t even realize it because they don’t always present obvious symptoms. While 100PLUS was more on the salty side, Pocari Sweat was more on the sweeter side. You can This one was salty, sour, and sweet, in descending order of more from ReviewStream; Sweet moments - Dr. Oetker pudding This also replaces the lost energy from your body. POCARI SWEAT is a scientifically formulated health hydration drink which allows for rapid rehydration. The In the case of It may take a while to get the proper balance, but if you are giving your dietitian good data, she can determine what is optimal for your body. pocari swaet contains vitamin C and other acidic ingredients, it falls on the acid side of the pH scale. Exercise can help people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) to feel better physically and mentally. Even fruit juice has more sugar than children need. Just the blue colour of the packaging was enough to well as sugars, of which have the potential to increase water absorption and it tastes like when it is HOT. that 100PLUS is carbonated (it has carbon dioxide in it which gives it that While I only thought that Pocari Sweat was a sports drink, I was surprised to find that it was also used to aid those who are sick, particularly when one is having a cold. rehydration drink) produced by Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. in Japan and is POCARI SWEAT is a soft drink that contains salt and sugar, providing about 25 kilocalories per 100 milliliters.