Tag: Dextrose in water

A 5% glucose solution, which contains 5 grams of glucose per 100 mL, is a sterile intravenous fluid commonly used in medical settings to provide hydration, a source of carbohydrates for energy, and to treat conditions like hypoglycemia.

Medical and sports science confirms that dextrose mixed with water provides a rapid source of energy for athletes during intense exercise or recovery. But are you meant to put dextrose in water for all types of hydration? This article explains the specific contexts where this practice is beneficial.