Episode 514
Should I drink cola after swimming in river?
Swimming in rivers is a cooling activity to partake in. But does drinking cola counter river infections?
Question of the Week, from the Naked Scientists
August 22, 20224m 20s
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Show Notes
Listener Ed wrote to the Naked Scientists with this particular question. "Why is it recommended to drink cola after swimming in a river? And does it really reduce the risk of getting an upset stomach?" Otis Kingsman splashes around in the science of this river rumour with Dr John Tregoning from Imperial College London... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
Topics
john tregoningcolariversriver infectionsriver waterbacteria in waterpathogensopen water swimmingriver swimming