sf notes

The problem I am trying to solve is what the best source of electrolytes is. This is an important issue because electrolytes play a crucial role in many body functions, including muscle contraction, nerve impulses, fluid balance, and maintaining a stable heartbeat. In order to research this problem, I combined research and product testing. My approach was to buy a conductivity sensor kit that measured the levels of conductivity in various drinks, where conductivity is directly proportional to the amount of electrolytes present. My hypothesis was that if sports drinks and energy drinks have sodium and other electrolyte stimulants, then they will have the most electrolytes. In testing my hypothesis, I tested several beverages by measuring their level of conductivity. I observed, however that the conductivity for Pedialyte was high compared to any of the beverages examined; implying thereby that at the least concerning restoration of salts or electrolytes, this could not be supplanted with the run-of-the-mill sports or energy drinks.