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A breakdown of the core ingredients used across Gatorade products, explaining how they support hydration, energy, and electrolyte balance during different types of activity.

Our key ingredients

Carbohydrates
Provide a quick source of energy to fuel working muscles during long or high-intensity exercise, helping sustain performance over time
Sodium
A key electrolyte lost in sweat that helps maintain fluid balance, supports hydration, and improves fluid retention in the body
Potassium
Supports muscle function and helps regulate electrolyte balance, especially during prolonged physical activity
Water
The base of all hydration, helping transport nutrients, regulate body temperature, and support overall performance
Electrolytes blend
A combination of key minerals (like sodium and potassium) designed to replace what’s lost through sweat and support efficient hydration
Low / no sugar
Available in select products to provide hydration without added carbohydrates, ideal for lighter activity or everyday use
Vitamins B & C
Included in some products to support energy metabolism and overall wellness during training and recovery
Functional Ingredients
Carefully selected flavors and ingredients that enhance taste and encourage consistent hydration during activity
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How these ingredients work together

Hydration
Water + electrolytes help replace fluids lost through sweat and support fluid balance
Energy
Carbohydrates provide fuel for muscles during longer or more intense workouts
Performance
The combination of fluids, electrolytes, and energy supports endurance and reduces fatigue
Which product is right for you?
Product description
Best For
During and after prolonged (60+ min) or high intensity exercise
Heavy sweat losses, long intense sessions, rapid rehydration
Shorter duration training that is low-to-moderate intensity
Any time you need energy and focus — pre-workout, game day, early morning training, high-intensity sessions, or fighting the afternoon slump
How it works
Carbohydrates fuel working muscles while sodium and potassium replace what's lost in sweat providing energy and hydration in one.
Five electrolytes work together to rapidly replace fluids and minerals lost in sweat, with 60% less sugar than leading sports drinks
Sodium and potassium replace electrolytes lost in sweat with zero sugar, making it an ideal hydration option for shorter or lower-intensity sessions
200mg of caffeine and electrolytes work together to focus the mind and power the body, with zero sugar and 100% daily value of vitamins B6 and B12
Allergens
N/A
Less Sugar, No Artificial Flavors, No Added Colors, No Artificial Sweeteners
No Sugar, No Artificial Flavors, No Artificial Sweeteners, OU Kosher Pareve
Zero Sugar, No Artificial Flavors, No Colors from Artificial Sources
Occasions
Game days, Tournaments, Halftime, Recovery
Competition, High heat or humidity, Outdoor work
Morning commute, Office hydration, Hot days
Pre-workout, Games and Competitions, Early Morning Training, High-Intensity Training, Afternoon Slump
Sports
Football, Basketball, Soccer, Cycling, Tennis
Marathon, Tournament, Endurance
Yoga, Pilates, Jogging, Swimming
Football, Basketball, Soccer, High-Intensity Training, Competition
Calories
130
45
5
5
Sugar
32g
10g
0g
0g
Carbs
33g
12g
2g
1g
Sodium
230mg
420mg
230mg
160mg
Potassium
70mg
300mg
70mg
50mg
Flavors
Fruit Punch, Lemon Lime, Orange, Glacier Freeze, Riptide Rush, Fierce Grape, Cool Blue
Watermelon, Cherry Lime, Orange, Glacier Freeze, Lime Cucumber, Mixed Berry, Strawberry Kiwi
Orange, Glacier Freeze, Glacier Cherry, Fruit Punch, Grape, Lemon Lime, Strawberry Ice
Cool Blue, Glacier Freeze, Strawberry Watermelon
Formats
Powder, Ready-to-Drink
Powder, Ready-to-Drink
Powder, Ready-to-Drink
Powder, Ready-to-Drink