Posted by yxibow on May 14, 2009, at 2:49:54
In reply to Gatorade---Garnet » garnet71, posted by G-man885858 on May 13, 2009, at 22:34:27
> I think Gatorade is a superb beverage. But after I drink it my memory starts fading, I get a bit disoriented and I urinate a LOT. These are all classic signs of Hyperglycemia. This is why I'm so scared... and I need a sugarless alternative.
Have you had fasting glucose testing before to investigate whether you are DB 1 or 2, or neither (as DB presents a host of other symptoms which doesn't seem to quite match), or did I miss something in the thread ?
Some people are subject to low blood sugar, just genetically -- having a candy bar or the like every now and then I don't think is pathological.
What sorts of medications are you on ? Some of them can make people rather thirsty, which may be common, or a rare side effect.
For example, I believe the Lamictal that was added to what I take makes me thirsty several hours after taking it. Naturally I will urinate if I drink water afterwards. Its not a sign of anything else."Sugar crashes" are common after drinking a lot of sugar filled beverages and I'm sure the disorientation comes from the fatigue that occurs as well.
There is a "g2" gatorade that is not diet, but is lower calorie.
As noted before, there is "propel"... also "powerade zero".
I'm sure searching there are will be other more "generic" type drinks.
Drinks made with dextrose (fructose) have a slightly lower sugar profile, but are not sugar free.-- Jay
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