The commercial says that Gatorade is packed with carbohydrates, which help in replenishing energy and quenching thirst. If a person drinks too much Gatorade without drinking water, some trainers say as much as two parts water for every one part Gatorade, the stress on his kidneys is greatly increased. The drink is almost completely carbohydrates and sugar, and it is very difficult for the kidneys to filter. Children just see that Michael Jordan drinks it, and therefore think that it is the best thing for them to drink. Not all commercials involving food and sports icons are bad.
Milk is an important part of our diet.
The milk mustache really catches the eye, and makes the viewer pay attention. This kind of advertisement is beneficial to the children that see it. It promotes a drink that is an integral part of growing children as well as athletes. Unfortunately, the majority of commercials involving athletes are of the latter kind. Children look up to the superstars of today's sports world.