# Gatorade for Frogs Electrolyte Replacement Therapy May Save Frogs from Fungus By Katie Cordrey | Published 2009-10-31 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gatorade-for-frogs References: [cryptozoologynews.blogspot](http://cryptozoologynews.blogspot.com/2009/10/gatorade-for-frogs-could-stymie-fungal.html) & [newscientist](http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn18026-gatorade-for-frogs-could-stymie-fungal-killer.html) The chytrid fungus has been taking a heavy toll on frog populations in recent years. The fungus kills frogs because it impairs absorption of electrolytes through the skin. While there is no cure, an orally ingested [electrolyte replacement](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gohydrate-strawberry-lemonade-flavor), [Gatorade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gatorade-hydration-booster) for frogs, might delay the disease. **Implications** - If frogs catch the disease, what happens to them is similar to what is called hyponatraemia, which happens when a human drinks too much water too fast. This can lead to heart attacks and even death. Frogs are beautiful creatures that play a big part in our ecosystems. It is important to prolong the life of threatened animals so that they can complete their reproduction cycles and maintain the circle of life. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Electrolyte Replacement Therapy:** Developing electrolyte replacement therapies can help combat diseases affecting animals and humans alike. - **Frog Conservation:** Focusing on prolonging the lives of threatened frog species is crucial for maintaining ecosystem balance. - **Oral Ingestion Solutions:** Exploring innovative methods of orally ingested treatments can provide new options for disease prevention. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Pharmaceutical:** The pharmaceutical industry can research and develop electrolyte replacement therapies for various species. - **Ecology and Conservation:** The field of ecology and conservation can focus on strategies to protect and prolong the lives of threatened frog species. - **Beverage and Nutrition:** The beverage and nutrition industry can explore the development of oral solutions for electrolyte replenishment in animals and humans. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Kid-Focused Electrolyte Blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cure-kids.md) - [Everyday Hydration Boosters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gatorade-hydration-booster.md) - [Sweat-Sensitive Skin Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydration-patch.md) - [Lemonade Electrolyte Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lemonade-electrolyte-mixes.md) - [Revolutionary Electrolyte Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electrolyte-gummies.md) - [Invigorating Drink Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blood-orange.md) - [Free-From Sports Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gatorade-fit.md) - [Drink Mix Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cure-hydration.md) - [Althete-Focused Hydration Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gatorade-1.md)