06. Do astronauts need to consume energy drinks with electrolytes, or do they drink regular sodas in space? What happens when you drink a carbonated soda? (NP) (A K2S Question)

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We don't consume energy drinks in space—we get enough energy from a normal combination of food and water-based drinks. And we never take carbonated drinks into space with us—they would undoubtedly get shaken up during launch, and make a big mess on orbit!

Answer provided by Charles Camarda, Ph.D. & Nicholas Patrick, Ph.D. & Dr. Jonathan B. Clark


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