Is Coca-Cola Good for Marathons? The Truth About Sugary Race Fuel
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Over 10% of total sugar-sweetened beverage intake in adolescents is composed of sports drinks, yet many marathoners turn to an even sweeter option: Coca-Cola. The practice of drinking this soda during endurance events is surprisingly common among elite and amateur athletes, raising the question of whether it's a legitimate performance enhancer or a nutritional pitfall.
