THE SCIENCE BEHIND SOS

BACKED BY INDEPENDENT RESEARCH

Not many hydration companies are willing to independently test their product for fear of failure. Since day one, SOS has not only followed proven, research-backed World Health Organization rehydration guidelines but also put its formula up for independent research.

THE ONLY FORMULA PROVEN TO FULLY REHYDRATE

  • SOS restores body mass to pre-exercise levels within 12 hours following a HIIT session in highly-trained middle-distance runners
  • SOS fully recovers plasma volume within the same 12-hour window, ensuring athletes returned to optimal hydration status faster
  • SOS outperforms competitor electrolyte tablets and flavoured-water placebos, which failed to return body mass or plasma volume to baseline
  • SOS delivers a low 169 mOsmol/L osmolarity — meaning faster fluid absorption versus many competitor drinks.

INDEPENDENT STUDIES CONDUCTED ON SOS

  1. Independent, peer-reviewed study into effectiveness of SOS for highly trained middle-distance runners following a high intensity interval training session.
  2. Independent study into effectiveness of SOS in restoring hydration balance - Coventry University 2016.
  3. Independent study into the effectiveness of excess sugar in sports drinks - High Performance Sport Laboratory at Auckland University of Technology 2015.
  4. Research conducted by a verified third party specialist osmolarity testing lab.
  5. White paper in association with the American bio defense institute on military and Covid hydration management using SOS.

THIRD PARTY EMPIRICAL RESEARCH

SOS is based on, and falls within the ranges set out by the World Health Organization Oral Rehydration Solution Guidelines. These guidelines are supported by over 50 years research into dehydration. The following articles delve deeper into the effectiveness of these Oral Rehydration Solutions and our specific formula and support our claims through world class and independent research.

  1. Benton D & Young HA., Do small differences in hydration status affect mood and mental performance? Nutr Rev., 2004. 73 Suppl 2:p83-96.
  2. Oral Rehydration Solution: A "low tech" oft neglected therapy. Nutrition issues in gastroenterology., 2004, series 21: p51- 62.
  3. Bellemare., et al Oral rehydration versus intravenous therapy for treating dehydration due to gastroenteritis in children: a meta analysis of randomized controlled trials. BMC Medicine, 2004. 2:11.
  4. Casa, D., et al. Intravenous versus Oral rehydration: Physiological. Performance, and Legal Considerations. Am Coll Sport Med., 2008. 7(4): p41-49.
  5. Nutritional Information comparison 2016.
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  7. Sawka MN & Pandolf KB (1990): Effects of body water loss on physiological function and exercise performance. In Perspectives in Exercise Science and Sports Medicine. Vol. 3, ed. CV Gisolfi & DR Lamb, pp 1-38. Misc: Indianapolis: Benchmark Press.
  8. Maughan.,Impact of mild dehydration on wellness and on exercise performance. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition., 2003, Vol 57 Supp 2: p19-23.
  9. WHO Drug Information Vol. 16, no.2 2002.
  10. Bonetti, D,. et al. Effects of hypotonic and isotonic sports drinks on endurance performance and physiology. Sport Science 2010,. P63-70.
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  12. Suh. JS,. et al,. Recent advances of oral rehydration therapy (ORT),. Electrolyte Blood Press, 2010 vol 8: p82-86.
  13. Baker. L,. et al., Normative data for regional sweat sodium concentration and whole-body sweating rate in athletes. Journal of Sports Sciences 2015: p1-11.
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  15. Cotransport of water by the Na+ /glucose cotransporter, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America, 1996, p6 Fig. 4

BEYOND WHO-STANDARD HYDRATION

The effectiveness of SOS hydration relies on a precise optimal balance of sugar and sodium, which activates the body's natural Sodium-Glucose Co-Transport System. This specific scientific formulation is why SOS is proven to hydrate up to 4x faster than plain water.

  • Glucose to Sodium Ratio: This balance is used to optimize the co-transport system for rapid fluid absorption.
  • Low Sugar: SOS uses just enough sugar (glucose) to activate the mechanism without the excessive sugar found in many traditional sports drinks, thus avoiding blood sugar spikes.
  • Essential Electrolytes: The solution includes other key electrolytes (like potassium and magnesium) to support overall cellular function and recovery.

PRECISE ELECTROLYTE SUGAR BALANCE

The effectiveness of SOS hydration relies on a precise optimal balance of sugar and sodium, which activates the body's natural Sodium-Glucose Co-Transport System. This specific scientific formulation is why SOS is proven to hydrate up to 4x faster than plain water.

  • Glucose to Sodium Ratio: This balance is used to optimize the co-transport system for rapid fluid absorption.
  • Low Sugar: SOS uses just enough sugar (glucose) to activate the mechanism without the excessive sugar found in many traditional sports drinks, thus avoiding blood sugar spikes.
  • Essential Electrolytes: The solution includes other key electrolytes (like potassium and magnesium) to support overall cellular function and recovery.

CLEAN NON-GMO INGREDIENTS

SOS contains a science-backed blend of clean, non-GMO electrolytes and vitamins to support comprehensive body function and rapid recovery.

  • SODIUM

    Activates rapid water absorption and maintains cellular fluid balance.

  • CHLORIDE

    Chloride is a vital electrolyte that works closely with sodium to regulate the body's fluid balance, ensuring efficient water absorption and sustained hydration.

  • POTASSIUM

    Supports normal muscle contraction and helps regulate healthy blood pressure.

  • MAGNESIUM

    Magnesium supports muscle function and is key for hydration, as it helps speed up water absorption into the cells.

  • ZINC

    Crucial for enhancing immune system function and general metabolic health.

  • VITAMIN C

    Provides powerful antioxidant protection and supports a strong immune response.

  • VITAMIN D

    Vital for immune support and maintaining healthy bone structure.

  • B- VITAMINS (B6 AND B12)

    Aids in energy metabolism and supports nervous system health.

SODIUM

SODIUM

Activates rapid water absorption and maintains cellular fluid balance.

CHLORIDE

CHLORIDE

Chloride is a vital electrolyte that works closely with sodium to regulate the body's fluid balance, ensuring efficient water absorption and sustained hydration.

POTASSIUM

POTASSIUM

Supports normal muscle contraction and helps regulate healthy blood pressure.

MAGNESIUM

MAGNESIUM

Magnesium supports muscle function and is key for hydration, as it helps speed up water absorption into the cells.

ZINC

ZINC

Crucial for enhancing immune system function and general metabolic health.

VITAMIN C

VITAMIN C

Provides powerful antioxidant protection and supports a strong immune response.

VITAMIN D

Vital for immune support and maintaining healthy bone structure.

B- VITAMINS (B6 AND B12)

B- VITAMINS (B6 AND B12)

Aids in energy metabolism and supports nervous system health.