What percentage of Gatorade is glucose?
Gatorade is a 6% carbohydrate solution (14 grams/8 oz. or 60 grams/liter). The formula requires a blend of carbohydrates, one of which is glucose, the carbohydrate most readily used by the human body. Gatorade also contains small amounts of sucrose and fructose, carbohydrates that add to the sweetness of Gatorade, assist in stimulating rapid fluid absorption, and also provide energy to active muscles.
