QUESTION 1: According to the text, what is a defining characteristic of hypertonic beverages?

QUESTION 2: According to the text, what is the role of sodium in sports drinks?

Increase osmolality by impeding absorption
Are simple sugars that produce glycemic spikes
Allow to provide high energy without raising the osmolality too much and facilitate transit
Cause excessive renal retention

Have less than four grams and empty very quickly
Carbonated beverages with high sugar
They match plasma osmolality and contain up to eight grams to combine rapid absorption and energy supply
Contain maltodextrin exclusively without electrolytes

Provide electrolytes that maintain plasma volume
They are very hypertonic with up to twenty grams and force water to be extracted from the tissues, aggravating dehydration
Improved gastric emptying and hydration
Reduced thirst sensation and avoidance of frequent urination