The word "electrolyte" appears on an enormous number of packs, and it means something quite specific before marketing gets hold of it. This article sets out the chemistry: what makes a mineral an electrolyte, what an ion is, which of them appear in powders and sachets sold in Australia and why those particular ones, how the word is used on a label compared with how it is used in a textbook, and what a formulator is actually choosing between when they build a formula.

Electrolytes are minerals found throughout the body that take part in a range of everyday processes, from nerve signalling to muscle contraction. We take them in from food and drink. In this blog, we will look at what each of the main electrolytes is, which foods contain them, and how they fit into an everyday diet.

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Whether you're a seasoned athlete, a fitness enthusiast, or someone who is health-conscious, knowing what electrolyte powders are and when people use them is worth a few minutes of reading. What are Electrolyte Powders? Electrolyte powders are mixes formulated to...

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