Why Caffeine

• Caffeine is a legal ergogenic ingredient that increases alertness and reduces fatigue.
• More summaries and research on the utility of caffeine in sports:

• Pacific Health Labs
• Wikipedia
• Bicycling.com
• New York Times

Why Sodium Citrate?

Sodium citrate is a source of the important electrolyte sodium in a form that is readily available to the body, while at the same time, soothes the stomach. For individuals with sensitive stomachs, especially during intense exercise, sodium citrate is an ideal source of sodium as compared with sodium chloride (table salt). As well, sodium citrate tastes "less salty" and makes for an ideal powdered supplement to add to create a custom electrolyte beverage.

Disclaimer

Contact your physician before starting any exercise program or if you are taking any medication. Individuals with high blood pressure should also consult their physician prior to taking an electrolyte supplement. Overdose of electrolytes is possible, with symptoms such as vomiting and feeling ill, and care should be taken not to overdose on any electrolyte supplement.

©2012 Jonathan Toker