Question 1

What is the correct ingredient measurments for a homemade electrolyte water mix?

Accepted Answer

You don't toss a bit of sugar & salt in some water & call it an electrolyte mix. Any situation where the body needs a re-hydration mix should have one that is made properly. In some localities you can find packets of pre-mixed ingredients that you add to a fixed amount of water. Otherwise the risks of error in compounding this make it ill advised.

Question 2

What do you advise if i'm looking for products similar to propel water or drinks with electrolytes that i can buy in drugstores or supermarket, what can you recommend?

Accepted Answer

Propel contains water, Vitamins C, E B3, B5, B6 and B12. as well as calcium and potassium (K). All of the vitamins other than Vitamin E are water soluble. This means they cannot be stored by the body and any excess amounts of these are eliminated in the urine. A cheaper alternative is to ingest any citrus juice and take multivitamin pills that contain calcium. The juice will give you K. Good luck.

Question 3

Can coconut water replenish electrolytes?

Accepted Answer

Coconut water has less sugar and sodium and more potassium than Gatorade. It will replenish electrolytes (sodium and potassium) but the amount replenished will be different than Gatorade. Some athletes use coconut water, but, to get the proper ratio of electrolytes you need to add sodium (i.e. table salt). It may be easier to stick with the low sugar versions of Gatorade.

Question 4

How exactly does lithium affect electrolyte balance? i'm retaining a lot of water and have decreased urine output. what am i doing wrong?

Accepted Answer

wrong.  Lithium can cause many problems, including increased thirst, fluid retention and both fluid and electrolyte problems, as well as kidney problems.  You should contact the prescribing physician immediately and be evaluated.  If there is too long a wait, consider an urgent care center or an emergency department if necessary.  Your doctor should be monitoring renal function and lithium levels.

Question 5

What is the best source of adding electrolytes to regular drinking water?

Accepted Answer

Tap water is a good source of regular drinking water. Otherwise buy something like gatorade or if you are talking about someone for example who has diarrhea in the drugstore there are packets of electrolytes called oral rehydration packets that can be added to tap water that are made specifically for rehydration. Just follow the direction for mixing and for age groups. Pedialyte is best for kids.

Question 6

If my electrolyte levels and sodium levels were normal, is drinking 1.5 gallons of water safe per day.?

Accepted Answer

Yes i suspect this would not be a worry to you providing your sodium level is not low and you are not diabetic.(both ruled out via labs)  i would make sure your urine specific gravity is normal.     There are alot more problems related to less drinking than more, i believe.

Question 7

Can drinking too much water cause an electrolyte imbalance?

Accepted Answer

It will water down the electrolyte concentrations in your blood, also causing problems.

Question 8

Is natural coconut water without additives a good electrolyte replenish in crohn's patients?

Accepted Answer

The electrolytes and medium chain fatty acids both well absorbed.

Question 9

Can drinking too much water cause stunted growth because of flushing all the electrolytes out?

Accepted Answer

First, if kidney function is normal, excess water dosn't flush out electrolytes, Second, electrolyes and water balance have nothing to do with growth and cannot stunt it. Third, common internet-driven beliefs about drinking lots of water are nonsense. Except in very hot climates and/or intense exercise, there is no health benefit to drinking any more than to satisfy thirst.

Question 10

After sporting activities, is water ok or do you have to regain electrolytes by drinking gatorade?

Accepted Answer

If you exercise for less than one hour in relatively normal temps, then water is likely adequate. If you are a heavy sweater or exercise greater than one hour and/or in hot, humid environments, then electrolyte-containing beverages are encouraged during and after an event.

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What is the correct ingredient measurments for a homemade electrolyte water mix?

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What do you advise if i'm looking for products similar to propel water or drinks with electrolytes that i can buy in drugstores or supermarket, what can you recommend?

Can coconut water replenish electrolytes?

How exactly does lithium affect electrolyte balance? i'm retaining a lot of water and have decreased urine output. what am i doing wrong?

What is the best source of adding electrolytes to regular drinking water?

If my electrolyte levels and sodium levels were normal, is drinking 1.5 gallons of water safe per day.?

Can drinking too much water cause an electrolyte imbalance?

Is natural coconut water without additives a good electrolyte replenish in crohn's patients?

Can drinking too much water cause stunted growth because of flushing all the electrolytes out?

After sporting activities, is water ok or do you have to regain electrolytes by drinking gatorade?

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