ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Sport drink

Hey kiddo! Do you ever see athletes drinking colorful drinks during their games or workouts on TV? Those drinks are called sports drinks!

Sports drinks are special drinks that help athletes stay hydrated and energized while they work out or play sports. They're full of things that our body needs, like water, sugar, and minerals.

When we play sports or work out, we tend to get really sweaty! This can make us lose a lot of water and important minerals that our body needs to stay healthy. Sports drinks are great because they replace the water and minerals that we lose when we sweat.

The sugar in sports drinks also gives us energy. When we exercise or play sports, our body uses up a lot of energy. The sugar in sports drinks helps provide that energy back to our body, so we don't feel too tired or run out of energy too quickly.

So next time you see an athlete drinking a sports drink, remember that it's helping them stay healthy and energized during their workout or game!