The nutritionist explains how this drink provides energy for training and promotes body muscles
Sugar cane can be used In natural, in the form of fodder for animal feed or for the manufacture of food. One of these versions corresponds to sugar cane juice. The liquid is a natural and energetic food and contains several nutrients in its composition. For example: water, potassium, sodium, calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, sulfates, chlorides, cellulose, fibre, sucrose, nitrogenous materials, total nitrogen, aspartic acid, nitric acid and phenolic compounds.
Benefits of sugarcane juice
The difference between broth as an energy drink, besides being natural, is the amount of nutrients it contains. They make sugar cane a protective food, as it improves the efficiency of the immune system, promotes the reduction of oxidative stress caused by physical exercise, increases energy reserves muscles and liver, while reducing muscle degradation after physical activity. Sugarcane juice also contains potassium, sodium and chlorides, as well as water, which helps you rehydrate.
Beneficial drink for athletes
In addition to being delicious, the drink is an option for almost everyone, especially those who exercise, who can drink it cold after training. It is also a genuinely national product and abundant in Brazil. This makes the price very affordable.
Sugar cane juice effectively replenishes muscle glycogen stores, which is extremely important for athletes who do more intense workouts. Glycogen also promotes greater muscle protection and becomes an excellent alternative to other energy drinks that have carbohydrates in their composition.
Who can consume sugarcane juice?
Even in small quantities, sugarcane juice replaces about 60% of glycogen, vitamins and minerals. It can and should be taken by any athlete, regardless of the type of sport or training that you practice.
The barrel can be passed through the machine several times, without any problem. In this way we drink all the juice of the plant and avoid waste. Just be careful if you have dietary restrictions or have diabetes. In this case, consult a nutritionist to find out the appropriate amount before introducing the drink into your menu.
By Mirtes Stancanelli
He is a nutritionist and has a master’s degree in functional and molecular biology from the State University of Campinas (Unicamp).
Source: Terra
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