Electrolytes
Electrolytes 101 How they Help!
Electrolytes are the 'spark plugs 'of your body. They carry an electrical charge and play a role in many bodily processes.
Electrolytes help:
Hydrate your body
Contract your muscles
Transmit nerve signals
Rebuild damaged tissue
Keep your pH levels balanced
And sooo much more...
So when your electrolytes are off balance --so are YOU.
The main electrolytes are:
Sodium
Potassium
Magnesium
Calcium
Phosphorus
Chloride
Symptoms of electrolyte imbalance:
Headache
Irregular heartbeat
Extreme thirst
Dry mouth
Muscle weakness
Muscle cramping or spasms
Dizziness
Fatigue
So how do electrolytes get out of whack? Well, when you sweat or pee, you don't just lose water -- you lose electrolytes too.
Here are some things that may lead to electrolyte imbalance:
Spending a lot of time in the sun.
Extreme or prolonged exercise.
Illnesses that cause vomiting and diarrhea.
Certain medications including steroids, diuretics, laxatives, and certain antibiotics.
Keto diet without supplementation.
Luckily, you can bring your electrolytes back in balance with the right foods and supplements.
FOODS HIGH IN ELECTROLYTES
Eat Your Electrolytes
SPINACH
BANANAS
SWEET POTATOES
BEAN & LENTILS
TOMATOES
KALE
WATERMELON
CHICKEN
STRAWBERRIES
PICKLES
TURKEY
OLIVES
ALMONDS
AVOCADOS
BROCCOLI
ORANGES
ELECTROLYTE SUPPLEMENTS
For an Electrolyte Boost
Most sports drinks and electrolyte drinks are packed with sugar, artificial colors, and other harmful chemicals. Luckily, there are plenty of clean, healthy ways to get an electrolytes boost.
Warm lemon water
Lemon juice contains sodium,calcium, potassium, and magnesium.Pink Himalayan salt is packed with 84 trace minerals. For a quick electrolytes boost, try add a pinch ofpink salt to a glass of warm lemon water. Drink first thing in the morning on an empty stomach to replenish your electrolytes.
Coconut water
Coconut water boasts a bevy of electrolytes, including potassium,sodium, and magnesium. In fact, an 8-oz serving has 390 mg of potassium (as much as a banana). But fair warning,coconut water does have some natural sugars. So, always opt for brands without added sugars (like Zicc).
Lyte show drops
Not big on fruity flavors?These hydration drops are super clean, sugar-free,keto approved, and are relatively tasteless.
Nuun hydration tablets
These are a great on-the-go option for the gym or outdoor outings. Just drop a tablet into a water bottle and shake for a quick electrolytes boost. Also Sweetened with stevia and keto-friendly.
LMNT stick packs
Created by Paleo guru RobbWolf, LMNT stick packs are another on-the-go way to rebalance your electrolytes.Just pour a pack into your water bottle and drink on.
