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Artificial dyes in electrolyte solutions (i.e. Pedialyte) may pose health risks, particularly in children, though the evidence is mixed. Let’s take a look at the data…Multiple studies and reviews highlight that synthetic food dyes, including those commonly found in pediatric...

Energy drinks have a significant impact on health, primarily due to their high caffeine content and other stimulants such as taurine, glucuronolactone, and sugars. Consumption of energy drinks can lead to increased blood pressure, QTc prolongation, palpitations, agitation, tremor, and...

At Juice Doctor, we love magnesium – not just because the data suggests that many people are deficient, but also because of the long list of potential benefits it offers!  One of those potential benefits, is the role it may...

Carbohydrate-based hydration products—specifically carbohydrate-electrolyte (CE) solutions—have demonstrated efficacy for rehydration following exercise-induced dehydration.  The American Heart Association, in its 2024 guidelines, notes that carbohydrate-electrolyte drinks containing 4–9% carbohydrates are associated with the highest net fluid balance compared to water, based...

Parents often ask about dosing for kids, so let's take a look together. In 2020, an Independent Review (non-industry funded) was done to look at oral rehydration solutions in kids. We wanted to summarize some of their key findings here...

At Juice Doctor, we love magnesium – not just because the data suggests that many people are deficient, but also because of the long list of potential benefits it offers!  One of those potential benefits, is the role it plays...