What Is the Best Drink to Replace Electrolytes?

1. Coconut water: Coconut water, or coconut juice, is typically low in sugar and contains electrolytes such sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium. It is best suited to you if you are looking for a fluid that is closest to your body’s electrolyte composition.
2. Watermelon juice: Watermelon juice contains potassium and magnesium, as well as small amounts of different electrolytes such as calcium and phosphorus. It also contains L-citrulline (amino acid) which may improve oxygen transport and athletic performance when used in supplemental doses.
3. Smoothies: Smoothies are a great way to blend various electrolyte-rich food sources into one drinkable beverage. The best sources of electrolytes come from whole food sources such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes, and dairy items, which can be blended so that your body digests them easily.
4. Electrolyte-infused water: Electrolyte-infused water is a good low-calorie option for staying hydrated and replenishing  electrolytes. However, not all electrolyte waters are necessarily healthy, since many are packed with sugar. .
5. Electrolyte tablets: Electrolyte tablets are convenient and portable to make your own electrolyte drink regardless of where you are. You just drop one of the tablets in some water and stir. Most electrolyte tablets contain sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium. However, the specific amount varies depending on the brand.

Possible symptoms caused by electrolyte imbalance include:

• Fatigue
• Fast or irregular heartbeat
• Numbness or tingling
• Confusion
• Muscle weakness and cramping
• Headache
• Convulsions

Electrolytes can be obtained by a variety of sources:

1. Sodium: Pickled foods, cheese, and table salt
2. Chloride: Table salt
3. Potassium: Fruits and vegetables such as bananas, avocado, and yam
4. Magnesium: Seeds and nuts
5. Calcium: Dairy products, fortified dairy options, and leafy vegetables

Electrolytes such as bicarbonate are naturally created in your body, so you don't have to worry about adding it to your diet.