Hellenia Hydro Melon | 300g | Watermelon hydration powder | Rehydration Drink | Electrolyte Replenishment

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Carbohydrates can also increase electrolyte absorption and help your body hold onto to additional water, facilitating more rapid hydration. For most people, a balanced diet and adequate water intake is enough to maintain electrolyte levels. In fact, regular intake of some high-calorie, high-sugar electrolyte drinks could make it more difficult for you to reach your health goals, especially if they’re not being used for their intended purpose. We like that it is naturally flavored with fruit juice powder and colored with red beet juice powder. Some studies show that when consumed in excess, artificial sweeteners may lead to increased sugar cravings, and could potentially have negative effects on the gut microbiome.

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The amount of carbohydrates and sodium in electrolyte drinks depend on their intended use, with higher amounts for exercise, and lower amounts for other settings, such as a daily hydration enhancer and water flavoring. Athletes or those looking for a product with a trusted third-party certification, with a moderate amount of sodium and carbohydrates. If you're upping your intake to get electrolytes, stick to a cup 100% fruit juice to avoid options high in added sugar. We love the simple ingredient list containing organic fruit, Himalayan pink salt, stevia, and electrolytes. Anne Cook Carroll is a Registered Dietitian with a master's degree in Clinical Nutrition from New York University.

We like that this product contains simple ingredients with quick absorbing carbohydrates as dextrose (glucose) and sucrose, sea salt, organic raspberry flavor, organic caffeine, and electrolytes. One cup (237 ml) of 100% watermelon juice provides almost 6% of the Daily Value (DV) for potassium and magnesium while offering small amounts of other electrolytes like calcium and phosphorus. This product is higher in sodium with 485 milligrams per one scoop serving, making it a good choice for athletes or those exercising for prolonged periods with fluid loss through sweat.

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Needless to say, adding more watermelon to your diet is an excellent way to elevate your electrolyte game. If you’re getting over a stomach bug and want to replace lost electrolytes, a smoothie may be easier to digest and more appetizing than many of the aforementioned foods on their own. We like that Skratch Labs Sports Hydration Drink Mix contains the electrolytes lost in sweat, with 380 milligrams of sodium per scoop, as well as smaller amounts of potassium, calcium, and magnesium. In testing, we loved the watermelon flavor's sweet and slightly salty taste, which also left us feeling refreshed and hydrated.

The serving size is 1 scoop (5g), but you don’t have to drink a full serving all at once if that’s too salty for your palate. Public knowledge of dehydration and fluid intake practices: variation by participants' characteristics. They help regulate a variety of your body’s most essential functions, including nerve signaling, pH balance, muscle contraction, and hydration. We tested the lemon-lime flavor, which has a refreshing citrus taste that is not artificial tasting or overpowering, with a balance of sweet and salty flavor. Sodium needs vary depending on the level and duration of activity and amount of fluids lost, and should be balanced with adequate amounts of plain water.