- Prevents dehydration through rapid fluid and electrolyte absorption
- Maintains the correct electrolyte balance
- Fewer calories than many other fluid replacement drinks
- Delays the onset of fatigue
- Contains appropriate levels of glucose to provide energy for muscular work
- Less acidic than many other fluid replacement drinks
- Aids concentration in work and sport rather than contribute to attention deficit disorders which many caffeine rich drinks do
The composition of Aqualyte has been specifically formulated based on the electrolyte composition being lost in sweat. This not only ensures the osmolality of Aqualyte is HYPOTONIC but it helps maintain the body's normal electrolyte balance which facilitates thermoregulation and optimal neuromuscular performance
ABOUT US
Aqualyte is manufactured by Point Health Pty Ltd, an Australian owned and run company. Aqualyte is a unique, rapidly absorbed fluid and electrolyte rehydration solution for people who perform physical activity where adequate and timely replacement of fluid loss through sweating is critical for effective performance and the prevention of heat related illness. Extensive scientific research has been undertaken on the prevention of heat illness and dehydration and Aqualyte Solution has been formulated based on this research and its relationship to health, performance and productivity. In addition to the manufacture and supply of Aqualyte, Point Health provides consultancy services in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), specifically in the areas of environmental monitoring, heat illness and work productivity.
Point Health provides a comprehensive consultancy service to promote the health and performance of workers and athletes in hot environments through the development and implementation of scientifically based management strategies. Point Health has provided occupational health and safety services on the development of policies related to working in the heat to a number of international companies and organisations, including;
- Mt Isa Mines - Australia
- Rio-Tinto - Australia
- Chevron - Australia
- SA Institute of Mining - South Africa
- Health Authority of Abu Dhabi - UAE
- Dry Docks of Dubai - UAE
- Dubal Smelter - UAE
Point Health personnel have also provided medical and exercise physiology services to many of Australia's elite athletes, organisations and international sporting teams through consultancy or professional appointments. These include;
- Western Australian Institute of Sport
- Australian Institute of Sport
- Hockey Australia
- Fremantle Football Club AFL Team
- Emirates Western Force Super 14 Rugby Union Team
- New Zealand Cricket Team
- Indian Cricket Team
In particular, specialised conditioning and physiological services have been provided to athletes and teams over four Olympic Games through involvement with the Western Australian Institute of Sport, Australian Institute of Sport and Hockey Australia.
600ml bottle
- Pre-mixed Aqualyte solution in a 600ml bottle
- Perfect for easy use
- Prepared and bottled in Australia with purified water
25g sachet
- When mixed with water this sachet provides 600ml of Aqualyte.
- This size sachet is ideal for use on-the-go and is particularly popular with Emergency Services Personnel, Cyclists, Hikers, and athletes that need to carry their supplement during their exercising period
80g sachet
- When mixed with water this sachet provides 2 Litres of Aqualyte.
- This size sachet is particularly good value for money and is extremely popular with the majority of our mining and industrial customers. This is the perfect size for use during shift work.
800g sachet
- When mixed with water this sachet provides 20 Litres of Aqualyte.
- This size sachet is generally used on construction sites, team training sessions, and in environments where a central 20 Litre drink bin can be provided for workers/athletes to refill their own personal bottles.
- Popular with team sports and construction customers.
Research
Published Articles
Self-Pacing as a Protective Mechanism against the Effects of Heat Stress
Miller et al. (2011). Curtin Health Innovation Research Institute, School of Public Health, Curtin University of Technology.
Plasma Sodium Levels and Dietary Sodium Intake in Manual Workers in the Middle East
Holmes et al. (2011). Curtin University of Technology, Faculty of Health Sciences, School of Public Health, Perth, Western Australia.
Hydration commentary
Bates & Miller (2009). Curtin Health Innovation Research Institute, School of Public Health, Curtin University of Technology.
A new generation of health and safety protocols for working in heat
Brake, Donoghue, et al. (1998). Queensland Mining Industry Occupational Health and Safety Conference, Yeppoon, Qld Mining Council, Brisbane.
Empirical validation of a new heat stress index
Bates & Miller (2002). J.Occ Health & Safety - Australia and New Zealand 18(2), 145-153.
Heat exhaustion in a deep underground metalliferous mine
Donoghue, Sinclair & Bates (2000). Occupational Environmental Medicine, 57:165-174
Criteria for the design of emergency refuge stations for an underground metal mine
Brake & Bates (1999). Journal of the AusIMM, December
A valid method for comparing rational and empirical heat stress indices
Brake & Bates (2002). Ann Occ Hyg, Vol 46
Limiting metabolic rate (Thermal Work Limit) as an index of thermal stress
Brake & Bates (2002). Applied Occupational and Environmental Hygiene, Vol 17
Deep body core temperatures in industrial workers under thermal stress
Brake and Bates (2002). JOEM, 14(2)
Fatigue in industrial workers under thermal stress in extended work periods
Brake & Bates (2001). Occupational Medicine, 51(7)
Fluid consumption, sweat rates and hydration status of thermally stressed underground miners and the implications for heat illness and shortened shifts
Brake, R. (2001). Qld Mining Industry Safety & Health Conf, Townsville.
Occupational heat illness - An industrial study
Brake and Bates (2000). Proceedings of the International Conference on Physiological and Cognitive Performance in Extreme Environments
The Thermal Work Limit is a simple reliable heat index for the protection of workers in thermally stressful environments
Miller & Bates (2007b). Ann Occup Hyg 51(6): 553-61.
Hydration of outdoor workers in north-west Australia
Miller & Bates (2007a). J.Occ Health & Safety - Australia and New Zealand 23(1): 79-87.
Occupational heat exposure - Review part 1
Joubert & Bates (2008). Occupational Health Southern Africa
Occupational heat exposure - Review part 2
Joubert & Bates (2008). Occupational Health Southern Africa
Hydration status and physiological workload of UAE construction workers
Bates & Schneider (2008). Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology 3:21
Sweat rate & sodium loss during working in heat
Bates & Miller (2008) Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology 3:4
Hydration Status of Expatriate Manual Workers
Bates, Miller & Jobert (2009). Ann occup Hyg
Health and Performance in heat
Testimonials
I had the Half Ironman on Sunday and used the Aqualyte – in summary – the product is excellent. I did the race exactly to my target time and sadly could only take two bottles of Aqualyte for my ride – next tri I do I will make sure I can get more on board.
Paul, Western Australia”
Due to its versatility, Aqualyte can be used as an effective hydration supplement in many environments.
Some of the biggest companies in Australian industry use Aqualyte as the drink of choice for the hydration of their workforces.
- Resources (Mining- all categories)
- Building & Construction
- Emergency Services
- Outdoor Maintenance Services
- Manufacturing
- Transport & Logistics
I was hoping to pick up another carton of Aqualyte urgently. This is my third since July and we can’t live without it. I am travelling with my son to the National championships on Monday morning and I’ve just realised I am running low.
Debbie, Western Australia”
Extensively used by Australia's sports men and women, both amateur and professional, Aqualyte is perfect for use before, during, and after exercise. Many amateur and professional sports clubs use Aqualyte as part of their fitness programs, to keep their players performing at their peak for as long as possible and then as part of their recovery programs.
- Field Sports- AFL, soccer, futsal, rugby, hockey
- Endurance Sports- running, cycling, swimming, paddling, horse riding
- Adventure Sports- hiking, camping, trail riding
- Water Sports- Sailing, IRB racing, kayaking
“I have used Aqualyte for the last couple of years as a booster during long distance outrigger canoe races, and have found it far superior to other products (***, etc) & have recommended it to all my paddling friends.
I was originally put onto it by an outrigger paddler who came across it while working in the Central Queensland mines. It was also used by a friend of mine, Bill ******, when he won the Senior Masters division (50-54) in the Molokai to Oahu single outrigger canoe race a couple of years ago. I have used it myself for the last 3 Hamilton Cup (42k) outrigger races.
Peter, Queensland Australia”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aqualyte Solution?
Aqualyte is a crystallised powder which when mixed with water makes a scientifically formulated fluid and electrolyte solution for workers and athletes where the replacement of fluid loss through sweating is critical for effective performance. Extensive scientific research has been undertaken on the prevention of heat illness and dehydration and Aqualyte has been formulated based on this published research into hydration, fatigue and their relationship to performance and productivity.
Why is Aqualyte Solution different to other sports or fluid replacement drinks?
Absorption Rate: The vast majority of sports drinks and cordials available are often referred to as ISOTONIC beverages. The osmolality of blood and body fluids is approximately 290mosmol/L and most sport replacement drinks are of similar value or higher.
This results in the beverage emptying slowly from the gut, often causing a feeling of fullness or bloating and slowing absorption into the body. Aqualyte is a HYPOTONIC solution with an osmolality of 150mosmol/L. Studies have shown that HYPOTONIC drinks are more effective than isotonic drinks or plain water which means Aqualyte will move from the gut into the blood supply over 50% faster.
What exactly is in Aqualyte Solution?
For detailed information on the composition of Aqualyte click here
Why is Aqualyte Solution the preferred rehydration drink?
- Prevents dehydration as it is rapidly absorbed keeping pace with sweat losses.
- Maintains the correct electrolyte balance.
- Contains appropriate levels of glucose to provide energy for muscular work.
- Delays the onset of fatigue.
- Fewer calories than other fluid replacement drinks, cordials and soft drinks.
- Less acidic than other fluid replacement drinks.
- Aids concentration in work and sport rather than contribute to attention deficit disorders which many caffeine rich drinks do.
How is Aqualyte Prepared and Consumed?
- Aqualyte is provided in crystal form in 25gram, 80gram, and 800gram sachets for mixing with water. The correct amount of water required for each size sachet is 600ml, 2 litres, and 20 litres respectively (ie. mix 25gram sachet with 600ml of water).
- Pour crystals into water and stir or shake until the crystals have dissolved. Drink chilled.
- Aqualyte can be kept for 2 weeks in a refrigerator when made up.
- Consume Aqualyte throughout working shifts and sports activity in proportion to sweat loss.
- Do not rely on thirst as an indicator of the need for fluid replacement.
- Aqualyte is suitable for children and adults of all ages.
CONTACT DETAILS
We welcome all enquiries about Aqualyte Solution. Please also note the full list of published research papers found under the Research tab
Please don't hesitate to submit a question via the contact form below or on the number and contact email listed. We will be happy to answer any product related questions as well as provide further information on local stockists, product testimonials, and ideal usage rates.
General Enquiries
0434 356 901
Australia (International)
Point Health Pty Ltd
ABN 082 404 626
Fax: +618 6389 2672
support@aqualyte.com.au
South Africa Distributors
Dalbridge 4014
KwaZulu Natal
South Africa
Tel/Fax: +27(0)31 904 2328
Fax2Mail: +27(0)86 649 7419
Mobile: +27(0)82 783 1864
info@aqualyte.co.za
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