boinky 0 #1 January 24, 2007 Let the discussion start. Is Crystal Light (or any generic variety thereof) that is made WITH water as good for you as just plain water?Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shermanator 4 #2 January 24, 2007 from what i have heard, the sports drinks can be better for you, when participating in physically draining activities. becasue they have the electrolytes, or whatever it is.CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lindercles 0 #3 January 24, 2007 For the record, Crystal Light is definitely not a sports drink. Come to think of it, what the fuck is the point of Crystal Light anyway? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #4 January 24, 2007 Unfortunately, I don't believe Crystal Light has any of those "electrolytes." The only thing it has going for it is that it has almost 0 calories and 0 carbs. The sports drinks you are referring to are loaded with calories because they are either made with sugar or high fructose syrup.Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #5 January 24, 2007 I think it would depend on the quantity. If you're struggling to get in enough water a day, and Crystal Light is what makes it tolerable for you, it's probably better than not enough. But if you drink a ton of water every day, like I do, I can't imagine that quantity of artifical sweeteners being a good thing. I drink a couple diet sodas a day, but I balance it out with lots and lots of plain water."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #6 January 24, 2007 QuoteCome to think of it, what the fuck is the point of Crystal Light anyway? It's for folks like me who are on a diet, but can't stand the taste of TEXAS water! Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaM 0 #7 January 24, 2007 From what I have heard, only water counts for water. It counts towards hydration as do most non-alcoholic beverages. Yes, even caffenated ones. But not as much as water. ~ Lisa ~ Do you Rigminder? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaM 0 #8 January 24, 2007 QuoteQuoteCome to think of it, what the fuck is the point of Crystal Light anyway? It's for folks like me who are on a diet, but can't stand the taste of TEXAS water! FYI, generics are way cheaper than Crystal Light. ~ Lisa ~ Do you Rigminder? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lindercles 0 #9 January 24, 2007 Quote It's for folks like me who are on a diet, but can't stand the taste of TEXAS water! Hey now, don't confuse Aggie water with Texas water. You've clearly never had a drink from the Edwards Aquifer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #10 January 24, 2007 Yup. That's me. I've cut back on my carbonated drinks tremendously since the first of the year. And I've been told that I don't drink NEARLY enough fluids in a day. Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaM 0 #11 January 24, 2007 A ton of water is probably a bit much, don't you think? That poor woman who died last week was just under 2 gallons. Be sure to pee! Is it true that as your body gets used to water, you'll have to pee less? I have been fairly religious about drinking water since the start of the new year and I have to stop 1 1/2 hours before leaving work or I have to make a pit stop (or use the kids bathroom at my son's school). ~ Lisa ~ Do you Rigminder? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #12 January 24, 2007 Yup. I like the Walmart brand of Crystal Light. They have a grape flavor that I'm in love with. I recently bought some Crystal Light To Go packets in green tea, but they were blueberry flavored. Let's just say that I'll drink these, but won't be making any future purchases of it. Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #13 January 24, 2007 Nope...sure haven't. But I do regularly buy Ozarka in the small bottles! Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaM 0 #14 January 24, 2007 QuoteYup. That's me. I've cut back on my carbonated drinks tremendously since the first of the year. And I've been told that I don't drink NEARLY enough fluids in a day. I used to hate water. Now I keep my mug within reach at work and I tend to grab it and drink it without realizing it. Much like I would munch without realizing it. I got used to it. Key for me is, I like my water room temperature. So I brought a jug to work and I fill it in the morning from the cooler. ~ Lisa ~ Do you Rigminder? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 35 #15 January 24, 2007 QuoteQuoteCome to think of it, what the fuck is the point of Crystal Light anyway? It's for folks like me who are on a diet, but can't stand the taste of TEXAS water! Get a filter on your kitchen sink tap, or if your refrigerator has a water dispenser, get a filter for that too. Works for me. The water out of our tap isn't all that great."Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #16 January 24, 2007 QuoteBe sure to pee! [B]THIS is not a problem for me. Trust me on this. QuoteIs it true that as your body gets used to water, you'll have to pee less? Ummmm....No! I have to pee a million times a day whether I've drank anything all day or not. Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #17 January 24, 2007 QuoteA ton of water is probably a bit much, don't you think? That poor woman who died last week was just under 2 gallons. Be sure to pee!or use the kids bathroom at my son's school). Okay, so a ton was probably exaggerated a bit. I drink a lot more than most people, on average 6-8 liters or more a day. I never go anywhere without a water bottle. I have been doing this for years. My body is pretty sensitive to even mild dehydration - I'll get headaches if I go more than an hour or two without drinking water. I have no other underlying medical problems, and I certainly don't drink enough to make myself sick or get hyponatremia. It's just what *my* body needs and what makes me feel good."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaM 0 #18 January 24, 2007 QuoteQuoteQuoteCome to think of it, what the fuck is the point of Crystal Light anyway? It's for folks like me who are on a diet, but can't stand the taste of TEXAS water! Get a filter on your kitchen sink tap, or if your refrigerator has a water dispenser, get a filter for that too. Works for me. The water out of our tap isn't all that great. Or just use tap water and let it sit, it will distill. I figure if that works for my fish tank, it'll work for me. ~ Lisa ~ Do you Rigminder? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaM 0 #19 January 24, 2007 I'll bet you have wonderful skin! ~ Lisa ~ Do you Rigminder? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #20 January 24, 2007 Ya' know...I've heard that fish do some really nasty things in water! Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaM 0 #21 January 24, 2007 No I don't get the water from the fish tank! I get the water from the tap and let it sit for 24 hours. Great, now I am all grossed out! ~ Lisa ~ Do you Rigminder? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #22 January 24, 2007 QuoteGreat, now I am all grossed out! Really? Cool!!! My work for the day is done now! Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaM 0 #23 January 24, 2007 Yeah, I am pretty easy to gross out. I keep looking over at my fish trying to catch him in a dirty act! ~ Lisa ~ Do you Rigminder? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #24 January 24, 2007 Quote I'll bet you have wonderful skin! So I've been told. I also don't smoke, and don't tan much, so my skin's stayed in good shape for my age."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #25 January 24, 2007 QuoteI keep looking over at my fish trying to catch him in a dirty act! You just THINK they're sleeping at night when you do! Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
