Trace Mineral Supplement for Dehydration
(TRACE Trial)

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Age: 18 - 65

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Arizona State University

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?It is well established that post-exercise rehydration with electrolyte solutions is more effective than plain water. However, most commercially available drinks are high in electrolytes but lack some essential trace minerals. This study aims to examine the impact of a higher-electrolyte sports drink compared with a low-electrolyte, trace-mineral-rich solution and water on the time course and extent of rehydration after exercise-induced dehydration.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for people who exercise regularly (2-6 hours per week), have maintained a stable weight, and have a BMI of 18.5-29.9. It's not for those in other studies, heavy drinkers, night shift workers, smokers, or with certain health conditions like kidney or liver disease.

Inclusion Criteria

Recreationally physically active: Training > 2x per week and ≤ 6 hours per week

Stable weight for the last 2 months (<5 pounds fluctuation)

My BMI is between 18.5 and 29.9.

Exclusion Criteria

Participating in another study at the same time

High alcohol intake (average of > 2 standard drinks per day or > 10 standard drinks per week)

Night shifting work

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Participant Groups

The study compares the effectiveness of ZeroLyte (a high-electrolyte sports drink), ConcenTrace (a trace-mineral-rich solution), and plain water in rehydrating individuals after exercise-induced dehydration.

3Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Placebo Group

Group I: ZeroLyteExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Beverage with high level of trace elements but no sugar

Group II: ConcenTraceExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Beverage with ConcenTrace minerals

Group III: PlaceboPlacebo Group1 Intervention

Water with non caloric, non-sodium containing sweetner