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Post by cheetahhead on Dec 30, 2007 22:38:18 GMT -5
Has anyone tried this as a hydration solution?
Any trouble with the sorbitol it contains?
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Post by janice on Dec 31, 2007 11:25:51 GMT -5
i know that Jamie tried them out several times and each time got sick. He was none too happy....
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If you start to feel good during an ultra, don't worry you will get over it.
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Post by slwrunner on Dec 31, 2007 11:41:14 GMT -5
I have and was not to happy as well.....!!
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Post by cheetahhead on Dec 31, 2007 18:47:08 GMT -5
Thanks for the feedback. The idea sounded interesting, but thinking about the fact that it had an ingredient (sorbitol) that is prescribed as a laxative seemed just a tad weird. Sounds like it has been a sh*tty experience for all.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 4, 2008 17:26:26 GMT -5
I've had lots and lots of Nuun. I probably went through a couple dozen tubes last year with no issues what so ever. I used it casually when I wanted some water with flavor, and on long, multi-day events.
The things I really like is that it has good flavor but not over powering, it provides the electrolytes I need, and is extremely easy to carry/use. I'd often fill my water bottle and bladder in a back country stream, drop in a purification tablet and a couple Nuun and be good for several hours.
My favorite flavor is the Tri-Berry, followed by the Lemon-Lime. Not a fan of the Citrus, but use it when I run out of the other stuff.
If you drink it right after it's mixed up, the water is kinda fizzy, some people like this, some don't. I don't mind it, especially if the water is cold.
Disclaimer: Nuun is a sponsor of mine, but I honestly wouldn't use it if it gave me issues.
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Post by atlantatrailsdave on Mar 12, 2008 13:38:56 GMT -5
I used it for the first time recently and absolutely loved it! I felt that the constant flow of electrolytes helped me keep going longer. The flavoring is bonus. I cannot report any "extracurricular" effects.
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Post by greggoodson on Mar 24, 2008 22:22:32 GMT -5
It's ok - used it backpacking to give water flavor more than anything... I was curious what it was like so I picked up some at REI. I probably wouldn't use it for running personally, but for long treks, I think it is a nice little addition. - Greg
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Post by elgatoloco on Mar 25, 2008 8:01:09 GMT -5
I've used Nuun for about a year now with no issues. Planning on using it from start to finish this weekend for the GA marathon.
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Post by pigman22 on Aug 2, 2008 19:45:12 GMT -5
I used it for the H2T today and it was... different. I was having horrendous chest problems for the first 5 hours today and I'm not sure if it's related. I did seem to feel the need to go to the bathroom when I took it though, but it might have just been a coincidence. The only reason I used them is because REI only orders like 3 things of caps a month.. But, I guess everything reacts differently with everybody. I think sorbitol was kinda weird, but I have always been a fan of aspartame... P.S. I dare you to put an entire wild berry cap in your mouth.
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