Who Made the First Electrolyte Drink? The Hydration History You Didn't Know
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In 1965, the now-famous sports drink Gatorade was created by a team of researchers at the University of Florida led by Dr. Robert Cade to help their football team stay hydrated during intense heat. However, the story of who made the first electrolyte drink has deeper roots in medical science and earlier inventions that revolutionized patient care around the globe.
