Sodium, Potassium & Magnesium: How They Support Hydration
Not all electrolytes do the same job. Here's a plain-English breakdown of the three minerals that do most of the work in a good electrolyte powder, and how much of each is in a serving of HYDRATE!.
Sodium
What it is: The primary electrolyte lost in sweat. Sodium helps your body hold on to the water you drink, so it's absorbed and used rather than passing straight through you.
Why it matters: Without enough sodium, water you drink is processed and excreted faster, which is part of why plain water alone can fall short after a sweaty workout or a hot day.
What it doesn't mean: More sodium isn't automatically better — needs vary by person, activity, and existing diet, and some people need to limit sodium for medical reasons.
In HYDRATE!: 100mg of sodium per serving (4% DV), from a citrate-based source.
Potassium
What it is: A mineral that works opposite sodium inside and outside your cells, supporting muscle contraction (including your heartbeat) and nerve signaling.
Why it matters: Potassium losses through sweat can contribute to muscle cramping and fatigue during and after exercise.
What it doesn't mean: Potassium supplementation isn't a treatment for cramping caused by other medical conditions, and very high intakes can be unsafe for people with kidney issues.
In HYDRATE!: 200mg of potassium per serving (4% DV).
Magnesium
What it is: A mineral involved in muscle and nerve function, energy metabolism, and maintaining normal fluid balance.
Why it matters: Magnesium is one of the electrolytes most commonly under-consumed in a typical diet, and low levels have been associated with muscle tightness and fatigue.
What it doesn't mean: The amount in an electrolyte drink mix is meant to complement your diet, not replace a full daily magnesium intake on its own.
In HYDRATE!: 20mg of magnesium per serving (5% DV), alongside 40mg of calcium (3% DV).
How this relates to HYDRATE!
HYDRATE!™ combines all four of these minerals — sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium — in every scoop, plus a full B-vitamin complex, as part of our H3™ Hydration System. It's sugar-free, caffeine-free, and available in four flavors.