Nature's Sports Drink

Flipping through the magazine section of the NY Times, an article on sports drinks and kids caught my eye. What really bothered me about this article was there was no mention of my favorite sports drink - coconut water. Not to be confused with coconut milk, coconut water is the clear liquid extracted from young green coconuts. Naturally fat free, cholesterol free and a superior source of electrolytes, coconut water has higher levels of potassium and magnesium than your average sports drink without the added sugar. The naturally sweet flavor is delicious. So the next time you need a little electrolyte replenishment, skip the day-glo stuff and grab a coconut water. Your body will love you for it!