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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.
Though water is recommended and naturally your body's favorite liquid, Gatorade or Pedialyte drinks are also enjoyed by children. If your child has trouble ingesting water, you may want to try a more favorable approach. Any child who can drink fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, and similar beverages can drink Gatorade.