Wellness Bite: Do You Actually Need Electrolytes?
Electrolyte powders, packets, and drinks have become a wellness staple, but does everyone really need them?
In this Wellness Bite, nutritionist Sandy Jolles breaks down what electrolytes actually do, when replacing them may be helpful, and why your individual needs matter.
In this episode:
What electrolytes are and why your body needs them
Why sweating and exercise aren't the only factors that can affect fluid and electrolyte balance
How heat, illness, and other fluid losses can increase electrolyte needs
Why lower-carbohydrate diets can increase sodium and water losses
The nuance around…
The skinny
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