Precision Hydration SweatSalts - 15 Blister Packed (Waterproof) Electrolyte/Salt Capsules - Combat Cramp - All Natural Digestion-Friendly Formula - Gluten Free, Vegan/Vegetarian Friendly

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Instead, electrolyte powders are often recommended for athletes who engage in vigorous physical activity for long periods — typically 60–90 minutes or longer — and are at risk of dehydration and sodium losses due to excessive sweating ( 9).

In addition to sodium, it contains very small amounts of potassium, magnesium, and calcium (<1% Daily Value), and 3% DV of chloride per drop, which is lower than other products on our list. It does provide a B-vitamin boost with vitamins B1, B5 and B6 as well as plant-based antioxidants. The only additional ingredients in this product are purified water and organic citric acid. Zeal Naturals Maximum Keto Electrolytes is available as 120 easy-to-swallow capsules that can provide up to 120 servings which is a great saving for the money you spend.For most of us these are preferred over sports drinks due to the lower sugar content, which means less stomach issues with things like side stitches, runner’s diarrhea or nausea while running.

Tablets are great when you’ll be taking in calories from other sources while running, as most tablets are 10 calories or less. Yang Q. Gain weight by "going diet?" Artificial sweeteners and the neurobiology of sugar cravings: Neuroscience 2010. Yale J Biol Med. 2010;83(2):101–108.When it comes to selecting supplements for competitive athletes, we recommend going with a product that is third-party tested for purity and potency, preferably through a trusted testing agency. We like Gnarly Nutrition Hydrate Electrolyte Powder, which is NSF Certified for Sport, so you can be sure it is free of banned substances.

People who love the brand, love this and often drink it daily to stay on top of electrolytes and for a little energy.

2. Nuun Sport + Caffeine Electrolyte Tablets

This product contains a relatively high amount of added sugar, designed for those actively burning energy through moderate to intense exercise. In addition to these sugars, Skratch contains sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium—the electrolytes lost in sweat. It contains 380 milligrams of sodium per scoop, so this may be a great option if you are exercising in the heat and sweating heavily. The most common and important electrolytes are potassium, sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride, phosphate, and bicarbonate. Together, these electrolytes assist in smooth muscle and nerve functions, maintain acidity balance, and keep the body hydrated. Finally, a major benefit of Bare Performance Nutrition Electrolytes is that it’s certified by Informed Sport, which means it has been third-party tested to ensure that it’s free of substances banned by most sport organizations.