Ever feel more drained after hydrating?

  • Ever feel more drained after hydrating?

    Posted by IMA-HelenT on May 12, 2025 at 9:06 am EDT

    A week ago, my colleagues and I were discussing the use of electrolytes, what brands they loved and why.

    Water alone might not be enough—especially if you’re missing key electrolytes. What’s your go-to for staying balanced: coconut water, mineral drops, DIY mixes?

    Let’s compare notes—what’s worked for you? 🧂💧

    And please download the latest guide from the IMA, where you can learn how to restore balance naturally.https://imahealth.org/tools-and-guides/guide-to-electrolytes/

    IMA-HelenT replied 9 months, 2 weeks ago 7 Members · 11 Replies
  • 11 Replies
  • Tracey Holekamp

    Member
    May 12, 2025 at 2:27 pm EDT

    All of my patients are using ReLyte with great success

    • IMA-GregT

      Member
      May 12, 2025 at 4:45 pm EDT

      👍

  • Christina Diggins

    Member
    May 12, 2025 at 4:02 pm EDT

    Here in Texas, a couple hours of yard work can wipe me out – I’ve lost 2 pounds easily mowing the yard (just in water loss). So, I drink my homemade electrolyte – measurements are approximate:

    2 cup water

    1 tsp No Salt (potassium)

    1 tsp Baking Soda (sodium bicarbonate)

    1 tsp pink Himalayan salt

    heaping tablespoon of sugar

    1 tablespoon of lemon juice

    I mix 1 cup of the above with water and ice in a big cup (like a Tervis) – so I get 2 servings with the above mixture.

    It makes a big difference on how I feel after the yard work!!

    • IMA-GregT

      Member
      May 12, 2025 at 4:47 pm EDT

      👍 Love your username. Isn’t there something about “The Hard Yards” 🙂

    • IMA-HelenT

      Organizer
      May 13, 2025 at 10:54 am EDT

      This has been added to my recipe collection, thanks @justamom for sharing it. 🙂 It’s amazing what hard work gardening can be.

  • Dana Mccarthy

    Member
    May 12, 2025 at 7:04 pm EDT

    Since the tap water was fluoridated a few years ago, I drink filtered tap water using a Ceramic water filter candle made in Britain and, coconut water which costs about $4. a litre. I was reading recently that of all the filter jugs, Brita was the only filter to remove aluminium from water.

    • IMA-HelenT

      Organizer
      May 13, 2025 at 8:41 am EDT

      Thats interesting about the Brita jugs, thanks for sharing @tana

  • robinluxor

    Member
    May 13, 2025 at 12:36 am EDT

    I have been using alot of products from Isagenix over the past 18 years and their hydration powder is the best! It’s called Hydrate + and contains no sugar (so zero calories!) and also contains hyaluronic acid and vitamin B5 to support skin health. I love it and since I live in Australia where you can sweat a good deal when exercising, I always feel energised after drinking it!

    • IMA-HelenT

      Organizer
      May 13, 2025 at 8:42 am EDT

      Thanks @robinluxor – going to explore the brand.

  • Jeff Gerber

    Member
    May 13, 2025 at 10:16 am EDT

    My wife and I use the Jigsaw Electrolyte products (per our naturopath’s recommendation): https://www.jigsawhealth.com/products/electrolyte-supreme .

    Active Ingredients:

    Vitamin C (as calcium ascorbate), Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxal-5-phosphate), Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin), Biotin, Calcium (as calcium ascorbate), Iodine (as potassium iodide), Magnesium (as dimagnesium malate), Zinc (as zinc bisglycinate chelate), Selenium (as l-selenomethionine), Copper (as copper bisglycinate chelate), Manganese (as manganese bisglycinate chelate), Chromium (as chromium nicotinate glycinate chelate), Sodium (as sea salt, sodium bicarbonate), Potassium (as potassium chloride, potassium bicarbonate).

    Other Ingredients:

    Citric Acid (as bicarbonate reactor, for flavor), Natural Flavors (no MSG, for tartness), Malic Acid (for flavor), Stevia Leaf Extract (for sweetness), Red Beet Juice & Beta Carotene (for color), Carrot Concentrate & Hibiscus Concentrate (for color), Silicon Dioxide (reduces clumping), Monk Fruit Extract (for sweetness).

    • IMA-HelenT

      Organizer
      May 13, 2025 at 10:56 am EDT

      Another brand to add to my list and explore, thanks @jrgerber

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