We know everyone is constantly telling us to take more supplements: vitamin C to boost immunity, vitamin D to build healthy bones, magnesium to improve muscles and nerves. And, we get it, they’re not cheap and it’s a commitment.
Yet we’re also here to impart some knowledge we’ve recently acquired: electrolytes pack a whole lot of benefits, and seeing as you can just pop them into your bottle of water, they’re also easy to take!
So here are three of the main benefits of adding them to your daily routine.
Hydration: Water is important for hydration, but it alone is not enough. Salts, which we lose through sweat, are also crucial to balance the retention of fluids and help you stay hydrated for longer. Electrolytes are, in fact, specifically formulated to do this, both for athletes and everyone else. So add a tablet or two to your water bottle and you’ll feel hydrated for longer.
Nerve Function: A number of the minerals found in electrolytes, namely potassium, calcium, and sodium, help the brain transfer electrical pulses to nerve cells, thus improving overall nerve function and decreasing the chances of getting cramps!
Heart Health: According to a number of studies by the Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition conducted in 2019, the three minerals mentioned above also help the heart muscle remain strong. They also reduce the chances of cardiovascular illness.
So, all in all, those electrolytes are hard-working supplements that can help you stay healthy and strong!
