Steve, no, no way, chocolate milk would go back from my stomach very quickly 
And you, and Muse says that I have to restore nutrients/glycogen during workout. But what if I'm losing weight? Why would I restore nutrients? To keep the metabolism running?
Thanks for answering the post, people
If you're trying to lose weight, you may be opting to operate at a
calorie deficit, but this does not mean you should operate with a
nutrient deficit. On the contrary, you should still make sure you are getting all the necessary nutrients (proteins/aminos, vitamins/minerals, isoflavones, antioxidants, etc.) even though you may be consuming fewer calories, or different types of calories.
Your body uses up nutrients every day in its normal functioning, which is why we can't just eat one meal our whole lives and keep going. When you feel hungry it's your body's way of saying, "I need more fuel! More nutrients, please!"
When you exercise, you lose nutrients even more quickly, either because your body is using them to fuel the exercise and/or repair cells and tissues during and after, or simply through perspiration. This is why sweat smells/tastes salty: you are losing minerals (mostly sodium) out of your body as you sweat. Sodium and potassium work in combination in your body to regulate your body's electrochemical networks (I probably have those specifics wrong) which is why they are called "electrolytes." These are two things you really need to replace when exercising as they are lost through sweat (particularly if you're not well-hydrated to begin with), and this is primarily what Gatorade is marketing to you. But if you are getting enough sodium and potassium in your diet, then just water should do the trick.
The real problem with Gatorade and other drinks is the sugar. I would advise you to get your electrolytes in other ways, and stick to water to stay hydrated.
