The Challenge: Melaleuca Sustain VS Gatorade G2 Low Calorie

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Electrolytes are the smallest of chemicals that are important for the cells in the body to function and allow the body to work. Electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, and others are critical in allowing cells to generate energy, maintain the stability of their walls, and to function in general. They generate electricity, contract muscles, move water and fluids within the body, and participate in myriad other activities.

The concentration of electrolytes in the body is controlled by a variety of hormones, most of which are manufactured in the kidney and the adrenal glands. Sensors in specialized kidney cells monitor the amount of sodium, potassium, and water in the bloodstream. The body functions in a very narrow range of normal, and it is hormones like renin (made in the kidney), angiotensin (from the lung, brain and heart), aldosterone (from the adrenal gland), and antidiuretic hormone (from the pituitary) that keep the electrolyte balance within those normal limits.

Keeping electrolyte concentrations in balance also includes stimulating the thirst mechanism when the body gets dehydrated. (Electrolytes, Benjamin Wedro MD, 5/20/2014)

Sustain  20 packs for $10.99     G2 Low Calories 8 packs for $7.99

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 Packet (15g)        
Servings Per Container 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 45
                                                % Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g                                  0%
Sodium 0mg                                 0%
Potassium 75mg                           2%
Total Carbohydrate 12g               4%
Sugars 12g
Protein 0g
Not a significant source of calories from fat, saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, dietary fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, and iron.
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
SUGAR, CITRIC ACID, SALT, SODIUM CITRATE, MONOPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CORNSTARCH, CALCIUM SILICATE, SUCRALOSE, ACESULFAME POTASSIUM, BLUE 1, RED 40

The price is unbeatable!  Even with the low-calorie packet, you get 12g of sugar per serving versus the Sustain at half as well as all the necessary electrolytes to rehydrate.  G2 skimped on the sodium and added some amazing artificial dyes for our consumption pleasure!  Sustain has great taste!  It's crisp! It's refreshing!  It does not leave a foul aftertaste!