PROPER NUTRITION A MUST FOR ALL ATHLETES
	Some drinks that have caffeine, such as colas and iced tea, are advertised as thirst quenchers. Do not use caffeine-containing beverages as fluid rehydration drinks shortly before, during, and after a practice or competition. Caffeine acts as a diuretic. It increases urine output and can promote dehydration.   Next: Are Sports Drinks Necessary? Keeping Fluid Levels Up  Just Satisfying Thirst Is Not Enough Restricting Water--A Deadly Practice Weighing In, Weighing Out, and Drinking the Difference Dehydration Is Not a Way to Make Weight Avoid Drinks with Caffeine Are Sports Drinks Necessary? Getting It All Down
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