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So if your child has been working out and sweating for at least 45 minutes, the answer is probably yes, drink a sports drink. If your child is just hanging out playing video games, the answer is definitely no, drink water.
The sports drink Gatorade contains electrolytes designed to help prevent dehydration in serious athletes. Kids often enjoy the sweet taste of Gatorade, which prompts many parents to offer it to them in lieu of water. Some parents also use Gatorade to prevent dehydration when their kids have the stomach flu or diarrhea.