Usage of Fruit-Infused Water for Prevention of Dehydration Due to Endurance Exercise
Abstract: This study aimed to
extend previous investigation regarding its beneficial effects on changes of
blood glucose. This experimental research was conducted from 06:00-12:00.
Twenty-four young men (age 19-20 y.o.) were divided into three groups,
Fasting-Exercise-Only (FEO), Fasting-Exercise-Water (FEW), and Fasting-Exercise
with Fruit-Infused Water (FEF). Subjects underwent fasting for 12 h before the
experimental day. The data of body weight (Kg) and macroscopic urine color were
collected before and after exercise. Body weight in all experimental groups
were decreased by 1% during endurance exercise. There were no differences in
decrease of body weight between FEF and FEW groups compared to FEO group
(p>.05). The change in urine color was significantly different between
pre-exercise and post-exercise data (p<.05). The darkest urine color was
observed in FEO group (4.75), followed by FEW group (4.25), while FEF group
(3.63) did not reach dehydration level. In conclusion, fruit-infused water is
suggested to be drink as a choice for fluid intake during exercise.
Keywords: endurance exercise,
fluid replacement, dehydration, fruit-infused water, sports drink
Author: Mohammad Arif Ali,
Setya Rahayu, Nanang Indardi, Gustiana Mega Anggita, Fatona Soraya, Tri
Rustadi, Anggit Wicaksono, Yu Shiuan Chen, Yun Zhen Chang
Journal Code: jpkesmasgg180017
