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Can I Have Energy Drinks While Running Inspite Of Having High BP And Diabetes?
Question: I am diabetic and hypertensive. I do go for running 5Km to 10km distances over 1.5hrs. Can I have electral or enerzal during the runs. I feel very thirsty and low energy, if I do not have these.
Brief Answer:
Yes you certainly can
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXX, Thanks for coming to HealthCareMagic.
These energy drinks do have some amount of sugar in them and could affect your diabetes, but since you are using them only when you exercise, you should be fine.
Hope this helps
Vinay
Yes you certainly can
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXX, Thanks for coming to HealthCareMagic.
These energy drinks do have some amount of sugar in them and could affect your diabetes, but since you are using them only when you exercise, you should be fine.
Hope this helps
Vinay
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