How to make a natural electrolyte mix
Electrolytes are an important part of staying hydrated, especially during times of illness or during exercise. There are some easy ways to do it, one way is by combining some fruit juices, water, and salt. Coconut water is a great source of natural electrolytes and is also relatively cheap. I prefer natural homemade electrolytes (either homemade or store-bought) to something like Powerade or Gatorade with their dyes, preservatives, and sugar.
I found this recipe on a website full of information for people with mthfr (methylation) defects. The electrolyte mix requires 6 components, fruit juice concentrate, water, bioplasma cell salts, electrolyte concentrate, vitamin C powder, and d-ribose. I usually make a gallon which can last 4-8 days depending on how much you drink in a day. I usually drink between 2-4 cups, i usually use 2 cups and put it in my daily protein shake/meal that i start the day with. By using all natural and homeopathic ingredients, you don’t have to worry about unnecessary chemicals or blood sugar spikes. It will also hydrate and energize you more effectively than conventional electrolyte drinks or mixes.
To make the electrolyte mix, combine one can/container of fruit juice concentrate, enough water to make a gallon, 4 teaspoons of bioplasma cell salts, 2-3 teaspoons (sometimes tablespoons depending on the brand) of concentrate of electrolytes, 5-10 teaspoons of vitamin c powder and about 10 tablespoons of d-ribose. The ingredients will need time to dissolve and mix to form the electrolyte mix. The electrolyte blend can be drunk during exercise, throughout the day, and even while taking an Epsom salt bath or in a sauna. Knowing how to make a natural electrolyte mix is important for your health, especially if you are deciding to follow a healthy diet like the paleo diet.
Slightly off topic, but recently I even came across a few articles and book excerpts saying that low sodium and electrolytes can cause sugar and carb cravings. By having a well-prepared electrolyte drink, you can minimize sugar and carbohydrate cravings and better balance your blood sugar. Branched-chain amino acids may also help alleviate carb cravings, but I haven’t found much research to show that this is the case. When selecting ingredients, be sure to look for all natural versions with no added fillers. To find the best and cheapest option for ingredients, I often use amazon or iherb.