Abstract: The present invention concerns a composition comprising phosphate wherein phosphate, as the main active ingredient, corrects mammalian phosphate depletion and the use thereof. The composition may be in form of a powder, an infusion solution or a sports drink. Inlet of the sports drink or administration of the infusion solution to an athlete or an animal, or to a patient who suffers from a condition needing extra supply of phosphate is advantageous for the treatment or the prevention of a variety of conditions.