Drinks for active people: electrolyte drink or protein shake?
If you train regularly, you probably keep a drink in your bag. Herbalife Thailand material introduces Herbalife24 products for active people, including an electrolyte drink mix and protein drinks. Here's how they differ, going by the labels.
Acai berry drink mix (CR7 Drink Mix)
- Main ingredients on the label: dextrose 39.25% and sugar 37.03%
- Contains electrolytes (sodium citrate, sodium chloride, potassium citrate, magnesium oxide) and vitamin B1 (thiamine)
- Label directions: 1 scoop (13.5 g) in 240 ml of water, as a refreshing drink
- Net weight 810 g
- The company material presents it as a way to keep your fluid levels right and feel refreshed
Vanilla milk protein drink (Formula 1 Drink Mix)
- The image describes it as a milk protein drink with vitamins, minerals and fibre; net weight 780 g
- Label ingredients: milk protein concentrate 43.3%, fructose 16.0%, sugar 14.0% and L-glutamine 3.9%
- Label directions: shake the tub gently, then mix 2 scoops (26 g) with 240 ml of water
- The company material pitches it as an easy protein top-up: just shake and drink
- The label says it can be used alongside other Herbalife24 products
Another post-workout option: RS Pro, chocolate
- According to company material, each serving provides L-glutamine, vitamins B1, B6 and B12, protein and BCAAs
- The material suggests drinking it within the first 30 minutes after exercise
- Label directions: 2 scoops (about 49.5 g) in 240 ml of water, one glass a day
Worth knowing before you choose
- All three contain sugar or fructose, so check the nutrition label
- Both protein drinks contain milk protein; avoid them if you're allergic to milk
- Keep drinking enough plain water through the day too
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Always read the label and allergen information before drinking. If you have a medical condition, are pregnant or take medication, talk to your doctor before starting a new exercise or nutrition plan. Ask us on LINE.
Image and reference from official material in the MyHerbalife media library: Refresh your body and ease tiredness with CR7 Drive · A must for active people: H24 Formula 1 Sport (added to the library: Oct 2025)
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